UN accuses Israel of 'de facto' torture policy
A damning UN report details Israel's 'organised and widespread torture' of Palestinians, including dog attacks and sexual violence. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes.
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ICE Non-Criminal Detainees Up 2000% Under Trump
ICE data reveals a 2,143% surge in non-criminal immigrant detainees since Trump took office, as public approval for the agency plummets to 34%. Discover the full story.
Excessive Restraint in Immigration Detention Exposed
Shocking report reveals routine handcuffing of vulnerable detainees including frail 70-year-old man. Home Office contractors accused of disproportionate force and toxic staff culture.
Myanmar Army Crackdown on Scam Centres Broadcast
Myanmar's military government broadcasts its crackdown on notorious online scam centres, showing bulldozed buildings and over 1,000 detained foreigners. Discover the full story.
Palestinian workers stranded in West Bank for 2 years
Palestinian workers from Gaza remain trapped in Nablus stadium refugee camp, unable to reunite with families after 2023 border closure. Read their heartbreaking stories.
98 Palestinians died in Israeli detention since 2023
A shocking report reveals 98 Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody since 2023, exposing systematic torture and medical neglect. Read the full investigation into these human rights violations.
98+ Palestinian Detainees Died in Israeli Custody
Exclusive report reveals at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli detention since October 2023, with evidence suggesting the true toll is much higher. Read the full investigation.
Judge signals release of Chicago immigration detainees
A federal judge has indicated hundreds detained in Chicago immigration operations could be released on bond. Learn about the legal battle and what comes next.
Judge blocks ICE transfers of Chicago immigrants
A landmark ruling prevents US immigration authorities from moving detainees from Chicago to distant facilities, marking a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.
Palestinian author freed after 32 years imprisonment
After more than three decades behind bars, Palestinian writer Nasser Abu Srour has been released from Israeli custody, returning to a Gaza transformed by conflict and sharing his remarkable story of literary achievement from prison.
Abuse Footage Revealed at Israeli Detention Camp
Exclusive CCTV footage obtained by The Independent shows disturbing treatment of Palestinian detainees at Israel's Sde Teiman camp, prompting international outcry and military investigations.
Israel's top military lawyer arrested over leaked abuse video
The Israeli military's senior legal officer faces arrest after confessing to leaking disturbing footage showing soldiers assaulting detained Palestinians, sparking a major accountability crisis.
Israel detains dozens in Jerusalem security crackdown
Israeli security forces have launched a major operation in East Jerusalem, detaining numerous Palestinians as tensions escalate following recent attacks. The crackdown targets alleged Hamas operatives.
British couple await verdict in Iran detention case
A British-Iranian couple detained in Iran for over five years await a verdict that could determine their fate, as diplomatic efforts continue to secure their release.
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners in Gaza truce exchange
Dozens of Palestinian detainees freed from Israeli prisons as fragile ceasefire holds amid ongoing conflict negotiations and humanitarian concerns.
Trump-era immigration policy detains West Africans in Ghana
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump-era immigration policies led to the detention of West African migrants in Ghana, raising serious human rights concerns and diplomatic tensions.
Freed Palestinian prisoners reunite with families in Gaza
Heartwarming footage captures the emotional moment Palestinian detainees released from Israeli prisons reunite with loved ones in Gaza after prolonged separation.
Freed Palestinian prisoners welcomed by crowds in Ramallah
Triumphant celebrations erupt in the West Bank as recently released Palestinian detainees are welcomed home by massive, emotional crowds in Ramallah.
Barghouti breaks silence, demands prisoner release from Israeli jail
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
West Bank Christians Show Solidarity Amid Gaza Conflict
Christian communities in the occupied West Bank demonstrate remarkable unity with their Muslim neighbours, rejecting political divisions while facing increased tensions and economic hardship.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
ICE detainees hunger strike over Texas jail conditions
Immigration detainees in a Texas jail launch hunger strike over severe overcrowding and inadequate medical care, with some held for over a year without resolution.
UK Recognises Palestinian Statehood in Historic Move
In a landmark move that reshapes Middle East policy, the United Kingdom has formally recognised Palestinian statehood. The Palestinian Ambassador to the UK gives an emotional, first reaction, marking a pivotal moment in decades of diplomacy.
British couple freed from Afghanistan feared execution
A British couple detained in Afghanistan for months describe their harrowing ordeal, revealing they genuinely feared execution by the Taliban regime before their unexpected release.
Russia detains Vietnamese nationals in immigration bust
Exclusive: Russian authorities have dismantled a major alleged illegal immigration ring in Moscow, detaining over a dozen Vietnamese nationals. The operation raises serious questions about human trafficking routes into Europe.
Starmer condemns Trump's West Bank policy in Palestinian meeting
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has sharply criticised Donald Trump's Middle East policies during a significant meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, positioning Labour as a potential alternative to current UK government stance.
Israeli court condemns government over prisoner food rations
In a landmark ruling, Israel's highest court has declared that the government is failing to provide sufficient food to Palestinian security detainees, breaching basic human dignity and legal obligations.
Judge blocks Trump rule, ICE releases Boston detainees
Dozens of immigrants in Boston released from ICE custody after a federal judge blocks a controversial Trump-era policy, signalling a major shift in US immigration enforcement.
Noem: Angola Prison Chosen for Immigrants Due to Notoriety
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem alleges the Biden administration deliberately chose the infamous Louisiana State Penitentiary, known as 'Angola', to house immigration detainees due to its fearsome reputation, raising serious human rights concerns.
Australia signs £400m Nauru deportation deal
Australia signs a £400m agreement with Nauru to establish a deportation facility for foreign-born former detainees, amid heightened border security measures.
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