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Washington has formally blacklisted Iran for its practices of unjust detentions and urged American citizens in Iran to leave immediately amid considerations of military action against Tehran.

Roberto Azcorra Consuegra, named by Cuban authorities as involved in an attack on a boat, asserts he has never left Miami and had no part in the incident.

A police vehicle overturned in Northern Piauí, Brazil, leading to minor injuries among the occupants including police officers and detainees.

The Spanish Constitutional Court has unanimously ruled that pretrial detainees must be informed of the specific evidence against them, even in secret cases.

The US envoy to Syria, Tom Brack, announced that Washington facilitated a significant detainee exchange in Sweida, marking a step toward stability in the region.

A prisoner exchange deal has been completed between the Syrian government and the National Defense forces in Suwayda, resulting in the release of 61 detainees and the return of 25 captured personnel.

The recent exchange of detainees in Sweida has ignited a heated debate among Syrians regarding the treatment of prisoners, especially noting the differences in health and condition of those released by the Syrian government versus armed groups.

Several incidents related to aggressive behavior among detainees and the discovery of prohibited items were reported in Estonian prisons last week.

A prisoner and captive exchange took place today between the Syrian government and the National Defense Forces in Sweida, resulting in the release of 61 detainees in exchange for 25 captives.

A major real estate fraud attributed to the L'Abbate clan is advancing to a public trial with five individuals detained, while victims seek to recover their lost savings.

The Supreme Court upheld a lawsuit against GEO Group, a private prison company, allowing immigration detainees in Colorado to challenge claims of forced unpaid labor in court.

Democratic lawmakers are facing criticism for inviting individuals under immigration scrutiny as guests to the State of the Union.

The recent release of Gérard Ondo Ndong and Roger Belinga in Cameroon raises questions about the fates of other prisoners still facing legal challenges under the anti-corruption campaign initiated by President Paul Biya.

Syria has closed the notorious al-Hol camp after emptying it of detainees, according to government officials.

Venezuela has received over 1,550 amnesty requests following the approval of a new law by the National Assembly, with many detainees being released.

The Department of Homeland Security is considering purchasing a luxurious $70 million Boeing 737-8 Max for deportation flights, raising concerns about its appropriateness for transporting immigration detainees.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa announced plans to construct a new prison with a capacity for 15,000 inmates to facilitate the relocation of detainees from overcrowded and deteriorating facilities.

The Venezuelan National Assembly has approved a limited Amnesty Law that allows for the release of political prisoners from 2002 to 2025, amid hunger strikes by families of the detainees demanding their release.

The Venezuelan Parliament has unanimously approved an amnesty law for political prisoners following pressure from NGOs, families of detainees, and the United States.

Mexican Navy (Semar) seizes a semi-submersible vessel carrying approximately 4 tons of cocaine and detains three crew members.

Former councilor Rafael Pineda and four others have been released by a judge in Seville following their detention in connection to the irregular sale of municipal land.

Two more suspects have been arrested in France in connection with the fatal beating of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, bringing the total to 11 detainees amid rising political tensions.

Syrian artist Asala Nasri's new song for the series 'Al-Qaisar: No Place, No Time' has generated significant online engagement by resonating with the emotional struggles of detainees and their families.

Human Rights Watch reports that 5,700 detainees accused of alleged connections to ISIS have been transferred from northeastern Syria to Iraq, where they face significant risks including torture and unjust trials.

The Swedish Ombudsman has issued criticism of conditions at the Åstorp detention center, highlighting issues such as inadequate space and mistreatment of detainees.

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to invest over $38 billion in purchasing warehouses to convert them into mass immigrant detention centers as they deal with a record number of detainees.

Gustavo Rivara, an Argentinian traveler who was imprisoned for over a year in Venezuela's El Helicoide, shares his harrowing experiences and reflections on the political climate of the country.

A new suspect, Omar Auza, is arrested in connection with the murder of 18-year-old Braian Cabrera, who was shot during carnival celebrations in Mercedes, Argentina.

Brian Cabrera, an 18-year-old, was shot and killed during the Carnival celebrations in Mercedes, with three suspects from the same family arrested in connection with the incident.

The article discusses the investigation into the murder of 18-year-old Brian Cabrera during a Carnival event in Mercedes, Argentina, highlighting the panic caused by the shooting and the ongoing search for justice.

All individuals detained during the riots in Bnei Brak were released, with seven individuals placed under house arrest after the police initially sought to prolong their detention.

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani affirmed support for international efforts to ensure security and stability following the transfer of thousands of ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraqi prisons.

A Brazilian state deputy allocated R$ 500,000 for improvements at a women’s prison after visiting detainees involved in the January 8 attacks.

Relatives of political prisoners in Venezuela initiated a hunger strike to demand the release of detainees after a delay in amnesty law proceedings.

Two detainees have died in less than a week at the Desembargador Francisco Adalberto de Oliveira Barros Leal prison in Caucaia, raising concerns about conditions and health emergencies in the facility.

Suspected ISIS members, including Canadians, have been transferred from Syria to prisons in Iraq as part of a larger detainee movement involving over 5,700 individuals from various countries.

The US military has concluded the transfer of over 5,700 Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq, a move that underscores the complexities of regional security in the fight against terrorism.

The trial of 148 detainees in Cameroon linked to post-electoral unrest has been postponed again, leading to frustration among their families and legal representatives.

A Brazilian court has ordered the Oriximiná police station to limit the number of detainees to five, following a public action by the Pará Public Ministry due to overcrowding.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir conducted a provocative visit to Ofer prison, threatening Palestinian detainees ahead of Ramadan.

Two male defendants in Tokyo Detention Center were charged with assault after injuring each other in a fight while awaiting trial.

A recent court ruling supports the Trump administration's controversial policy to detain migrants without bail, raising concerns about inhumane conditions in detention centers across the U.S.

The Iraqi Ministry of Justice reports the transfer of 5,064 ISIS detainees to Iraq, which includes around 270 Iraqis and 3,000 Syrians, all of whom will be tried under Iraqi law.

After incidents outside Congress during a labor reform debate, police detained 20 individuals, mostly affiliated with deputy Juan Grabois's political movements, amid claims of excessive force.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi refuted reports of thousands of secret executions of protesters, labeling them as misinformation driven by Israeli media.

Iraq has transferred 4,500 detainees affiliated with ISIS from Syria to its own prisons amid ongoing discussions for foreign nations to repatriate their citizens.

Mexican Navy, in collaboration with the US Southern Command, has intercepted a significant cocaine shipment near Clarion Island, leading to several arrests.

An Irish citizen with a work permit has been detained for five months in a facility run by ICE, raising concerns over the treatment of detainees.

A charges formulation hearing for Guayaquil's mayor Aquiles Alvarez and ten other detainees is underway as part of an investigation into organized crime involving money laundering and tax fraud.

The mayor of Guayaquil, Aquiles Alvarez, along with his brothers and eight others, has been detained and is facing legal charges related to organized crime and tax fraud.