A Ukrainian woman convicted of spying for a Russian agent has been sentenced to 15 years in a Ukrainian penal colony. Authorities say she compromised sensitive information, intensifying tensions in the midst of the ongoing conflict
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Triumphalist tales celebrating Brazil’s Supreme Court and Bolsonaro’s imprisonment often overlook crucial details-like the complex legal battles and fierce political struggles-that paint a much richer, more intricate picture of justice and democracy
India’s highest court faces intense criticism for denying bail to activists detained for five years, sparking passionate debates about justice and human rights. This ruling has intensified calls for fair and equal treatment of political dissenters
The Kremlin announced that Moscow has made a new offer to France concerning a French citizen detained in a Russian prison, signaling potential progress in this high-stakes diplomatic case. Further details remain under wraps
Three Uyghur brothers fled China in a desperate quest for safety, only to spend 12 grueling years imprisoned in India. Their story reveals the complex and often heartbreaking challenges Uyghur refugees confront amid global political turmoil and the harsh realities of seeking asylum
Brazil’s ex-president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to leave a powerful mark on the political scene, even from behind bars. Rallying fierce loyalty from his supporters, he faces serious corruption charges head-on. His lasting influence ignites passionate debates about the future stability of the nation’s politics
After spending over forty years imprisoned in France, Lebanese militant Georges Abdallah is finally on the brink of returning home to Lebanon. His release marks a powerful and emotional end to a long-standing legal and diplomatic struggle between France and Lebanon
Thousands have taken to the streets across Argentina, passionately rallying against the imprisonment of former Vice President Cristina Kirchner. United in their call for justice, protesters decry the arrest as a politically motivated act, sparking widespread tension and fervor throughout the nation
In an evocative account, an Italian Holocaust survivor recounts the harrowing experiences of imprisonment under fascism, reflecting a Kafkaesque nightmare. The narrative reveals the debilitating absurdity of oppression and the enduring struggle for truth and justice.
Scottish activist Jagtar Singh Johal has spent seven years imprisoned in India without a conviction, raising concerns about human rights and due process. His continued detention has sparked protests and calls for his release from advocacy groups globally.