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Human rights organizations report a critical situation in Iran's notorious Evin prison, where inmates are reportedly not receiving food due to a collapse in prison management.

Six inmates escaped from the Manoel Neri da Silva Penal Establishment in Cruzeiro do Sul, Acre, Brazil, prompting a security operation for their recapture.

In Lithuania, 95 convicts serving life sentences could potentially apply for a fixed-term release after serving 20 years in prison.

Three inmates have died in less than two days at the Ceresp Gameleira prison in Belo Horizonte, with police investigating the incidents.

The Public Ministry of Amazonas is urging the urgent transfer of inmates due to severe overcrowding at a police station following the closure of one of its cells.

Ian Huntley, infamous for the murder of two schoolgirls, has been attacked in prison, revealing his notorious reputation among inmates.

Residents of Ubá, Brazil, reported that inmates were cleaning up after severe floods without proper protective equipment.

The Alcaçuz State Penitentiary in Brazil hosts a technical visit by penitentiary secretaries to showcase its factories and rehabilitation model for inmates.

Ian Huntley has been refusing prison food out of fear of poisoning by fellow inmates, leading to his reliance on a diet of Wotsits following a recent serious attack.

At least six people, including two prison officers, are being investigated for allegedly smuggling cell phones into a prison in Várzea Grande, Brazil, leading to a police operation.

A 72-year-old serial killer in the UK, Rose West, recently regained privileges in prison despite a history of sexual assault against fellow inmates.

An inmate celebrated her birthday in a lavish party that went viral, raising concerns about prison conditions and the use of mobile phones by inmates.

Ian Huntley, the Soham killer, was brutally attacked in prison after wearing a red football shirt that angered fellow inmates, as it was seen as a reference to his young victims.

Ghislaine Maxwell's disturbing behaviors during her incarceration have come to light, revealing poor personal hygiene and mistreatment by other inmates.

Women prisoners at the Santa Martha Acatitla facility are creating handmade figures of Proteo, a rescue dog who died during rescue efforts in Turkey, as part of a reintegration initiative.

Ian Huntley, the convicted child murderer, has faced a violent attack in prison, with insiders claiming fellow inmates want to harm him further.

Four individuals were recaptured after escaping from the Puerto Vallarta State Prison, coinciding with an arrest operation against the notorious drug lord ‘El Mencho’.

Ian Huntley, the convicted Soham double killer, was attacked in prison, highlighting his unpopularity even among other inmates.

Ian Huntley, a notorious double murderer, was injured in an assault at HMP Frankland, a high-security prison housing some of the UK's most dangerous criminals.

Child killer Ian Huntley, serving a life sentence, faces increased vulnerability to attacks by fellow inmates after being injured in a prison assault.

Inmates at El Rodeo 1 prison are calling for urgent medical help, sparking family protests demanding the release of political prisoners and raising alarm over reports of torture.

The Norwegian National Ombudsman has reported inadequate health care for inmates, highlighting serious issues with mental health assessments and basic care needs.

A fire at the Bouwer Penitentiary in Córdoba, Argentina, resulted in the deaths of two female inmates, leading to calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances and accountability.

An investigation in the Domokos prison revealed multiple homemade knives and mobile phones in the inmates' cells.

Twenty-three inmates, including dangerous criminals associated with drug trafficking and murder, escaped from a prison in Puerto Vallarta amidst chaos following the death of CJNG cartel leader El Mencho.

A judge in Mato Grosso has suspended 14 prison officers implicated in the alleged torture of inmates and ordered the exhumation of an inmate who died after inhaling pepper spray.

At least 23 inmates have escaped from a prison in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, following chaos triggered by the killing of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.

A significant number of former prisoners in Queensland may have been exposed to HIV and hepatitis C following the sharing of needles by an infected inmate.

A commission visited the Litoral Penitentiary to assess health and food protocols, while relatives of inmates protested outside for their rights.

A 32-year-old man suspected of attempting to murder his two-week-old baby died in Oulu prison, with authorities stating no criminal activity is linked to his death.

A prison riot and subsequent escape of 23 inmates occurred in a Mexican jail following the death of notorious drug lord El Mencho, leading to increased violence in the region.

Mexican authorities are searching for 23 inmates who escaped from a prison in Puerto Vallarta during a violent outbreak linked to the death of notorious drug lord 'El Mencho.'

Amid a surge of violence in Mexico, 23 inmates escaped from the Ixtapa prison in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, following an attack that coincided with the military operation that resulted in the death of cartel leader El Mencho.

Jalisco authorities are focused on recapturing 23 inmates who escaped amidst chaos following the killing of CJNG leader ‘El Mencho’.

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme detained in Venezuela, has joined over 200 political prisoners in a hunger strike to protest against the lack of amnesty laws that benefit many inmates in their prison.

Lithuanian Minister of Justice M. Kairys criticized the prolonged reconstruction of Alytus prison, attributing delays to legal disputes and decision changes, while the relevant authorities deflected responsibility.

Rajpal Yadav, after being released from Tihar Jail, discusses his experience and advocates for a smoking zone for inmates.

A new study reveals alarming rates of needle sharing among inmates in Queensland prisons, prompting calls for needle exchange programs to prevent disease spread.

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 Encuentro Prison in Ecuador houses 635 inmates under strict security protocols, with cells designed for four inmates each and currently accommodating high-risk criminals.

Five packages containing mobile phones were discovered near a prison security post in Lithuania, intended for guards rather than inmates.

The Cárcel del Encuentro in Juntas del Pacífico operates with 635 inmates in a highly secured environment with strict surveillance and limited interaction with the outside.

The Iraqi Ministry of Justice dismissed the director of the Al-Amara Central Prison after inmates published a video accusing him of misconduct, including selling phones and other items.

Three inmates escaped from a prison unit in Imperatriz, Brazil, using improvised ropes made from bedsheets.

Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav, who was granted bail after 12 days in Tihar Jail for a bounced check case, shares his experiences and appeals to the Delhi CM for leniency towards inmates.

Four inmates at a prison in Härnösand, Sweden, have been arrested following an attempted murder incident that left one person hospitalized.

The French anti-terrorism prosecutor has announced that 35 inmates convicted of Islamist terrorism are scheduled for release in 2026.

A 62-year-old ALS patient in Norway describes her struggle to access life-prolonging medication after being denied participation in clinical trials and treatment options, highlighting the paradox of medical regulations.

The increase in daily allowances for Finnish conscripts has faced criticism as they receive less than some inmates.

Three juvenile inmates escaped from a juvenile home in Jammu after attacking on-duty police officers, leaving two officers injured.