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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

DSS arrests teacher claiming responsibility for Obiโ€™s attack

The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested a man for claiming responsibility for an attack on presidential candidate Peter Obi.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

BREAKING: DSS arrests suspect over attack on Peter Obi, others in Edo

A suspect named Udeme Sunday Stephen has been arrested by the DSS over his alleged involvement in an attack on Peter Obi and other party officials in Edo State.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Anger at Detroit police U-turn over officersโ€™ call to border agents

The Detroit police's decision to reverse the firing of two officers for coordinating arrests with federal immigration agents has sparked backlash and accusations of succumbing to political pressure.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Russia arrests opposition figure and former presidential candidate

Yekaterina Duntsova, a prominent opposition figure and former presidential candidate in Russia, was arrested during a political prisoners' event in Tver, as reported by her party Rassvet.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: The Epstein Scandal Escalates โ€“ Arrests Stir Up Britain

The Epstein scandal continues to escalate in Britain, involving high-profile arrests and alleged misconduct among political figures.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

This was an internal matter... the case should not be of protest, but of disrespecting the vest

The article discusses a protest at the India AI Impact Summit where Youth Congress members caused disruption by removing their shirts and shouting slogans against key political figures, leading to multiple arrests.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

What is known and what remains to be known about the operation against the 'political core' of the Comando Vermelho in Amazonas

The Amazonas Civil Police launched Operation Erga Omnes targeting a supposed political faction linked to Comando Vermelho, resulting in multiple arrests and significant seizures.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation against the 'political nucleus' of CV in Amazonas seizes luxury cars, money, and documents

A police operation in Amazonas targets the political wing of the Comando Vermelho criminal organization, resulting in the seizure of luxury vehicles, cash, and multiple arrests.

Feb 20 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

SYRIZA: "The job of the Minister of Health is not to give orders for arrests, nor to threaten doctors"

The Greek political party SYRIZA condemned the actions of Health Minister A. Georgiadis, who was recorded allegedly threatening a doctor during his arrest, calling the incident horrifying and reminiscent of dark times in Greece's history.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

Activists Investigating Prison Conditions Arrested in Turkey

A group of six European activists was arrested in Istanbul while meeting with lawyers from a human rights office, allegedly due to links to a terrorist group, which they and their supporters deny.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

He sent soldiers to arrest his opponents. Now he has been sentenced to life in prison

Former South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for attempting to arrest political opponents and undermining democracy.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

France: Turmoil Following the Murder of Derank - Arrests with Political Implications

The French police have arrested 11 suspects in connection with the murder of 23-year-old student Kentan Derank, who was fatally beaten during a clash related to a lecture by left-wing MEP Rimah Hassan.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

In France, two more arrested in the case of the murder of a right-wing youth in Lyon

French authorities have arrested two additional suspects in the murder case of a young right-wing man in Lyon, bringing the total number of arrests to 11.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

11 People Arrested in Connection with the Murder of Activist Killed in Fight Between French Far-Right and Far-Left

French police have arrested 11 people suspected of being involved in the beating death of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, which occurred last week.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

France arrests 11, including a parliamentary aide, for murder of far-right activist

The French police have arrested 11 individuals, including an aide to a far-left parliamentarian, in connection with the murder of a far-right activist, highlighting political tensions ahead of elections.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

France arrests two more suspects over fatal beating of far-right activist in Lyon

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.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

11 people arrested for the death of a far-right activist in France, most linked to Mรฉlenchon's party

Eleven individuals have been arrested in connection with the death of a far-right activist in France, primarily members of a group associated with the leftist party La France Insoumise.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Kizza Besigye - the Firebrand Who Has Shaped Opposition Politics in Uganda

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition leader and former ally of President Yoweri Museveni, has faced numerous arrests and state violence while fighting for political change.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Nine arrested for the murder of an extreme right-winger in France

Nine individuals have been detained in connection with the murder of an extreme right-wing activist in France.

Feb 18 โ€ข 00:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The ABC of the 'ultra' groups shaking French politics

France is grappling with the aftermath of political violence following the death of young nationalist Quentin Deranque, leading to police arrests and heightened political tensions.

Feb 17 โ€ข 21:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Seven suspects detained in France for the murder of far-right activist

French authorities have arrested two more individuals in connection with the murder of a 23-year-old far-right activist, bringing the total number of arrests to seven.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

How France's radical political groups came into focus after the death of a 23-year-old

A far-right activist named Quentin Deranque was brutally killed during a demonstration in Lyon, leading to a murder investigation and arrests tied to radical political groups in France.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

LIVE - Death of Quentin Deranque in Lyon: six suspects identified but no arrests at this stage, government accuses Jeune Garde

Quentin Deranque, a young nationalist activist, was killed in Lyon, with six suspects identified but no arrests made, leading to government accusations against the Jeune Garde.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Stunts, arrests and Andrew Denton: 20 years of The Chaser's War on Everything

The article celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Chaser's War on Everything, reminiscing about its impact and legacy in Australian political satire.

Feb 16 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Arrests Among Reformists as Tehran Adopts the Narrative of 'Attempted Coup'

Iran is witnessing a crackdown on reformist figures amid government claims that recent protests resemble a coup attempt.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

'Not a cent of the supposed cash found has been found in Aquiles' house,' says Ramiro Garcรญa at the Norte Judicial Complex

Lawyer Ramiro Garcรญa claims no cash found during raids was located in the home of Guayaquil Mayor Aquiles Alvarez, describing the arrests as politically motivated.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Journal 1st Edition this Monday, February 9, 2026

The Acre Journal discussed various news stories, including political proposals, arrests, a celebrity show, and tragic incidents.

Feb 9 โ€ข 19:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Tanzania opposition arrests raise rights concerns ahead of October election

The arrest of opposition leader John Heche in Tanzania has raised serious rights concerns and accusations of political repression ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Blind Eye of Morena ... and Everyone

The article discusses the pressures faced by the Mexican government from Trump regarding narcopolitics, highlighting recent political changes and arrests related to organized crime.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iran: Arrests of Reformist Party Officials โ€“ Citing Links with the US and Israel

Iranian authorities arrested at least four officials from the reformist coalition, alleging their involvement in disrupting the political and social order amid anti-government protests.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Iran arrests leading reformists close to the countryโ€™s president

The Iranian government has arrested several prominent reformist figures, raising concerns about the impact on ongoing protests and political tensions in the country.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Iran arrests three figures from the reformist camp

Iranian authorities have arrested three prominent reformist political figures, including the head of the reformist coalition, Azar Mansouri, amid accusations of undermining national unity and collaborating with enemy propaganda.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iran Arrests Leaders of the Reformist Movement on Security Charges

Iran has detained several leaders of the reformist movement on allegations pertaining to national security and destabilization efforts.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Judge Cascini: "Caution on arrests, do not forget Bolzaneto. Dangerous to evoke the Red Brigades"

Giuseppe Cascini, deputy prosecutor of Rome, warns against the political pressure on judicial decisions regarding the security decree and the justice referendum, amid escalating tensions following the release of violent offenders in Turin.

Feb 7 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Burkina Faso: Arrests and Red Tape - How Burkina Faso's Junta Is Throttling Humanitarian Aid

Burkina Faso's ruling junta is restricting humanitarian aid efforts through arrests and new regulations, as they seek to consolidate power and reduce oversight amid an ongoing humanitarian crisis.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Arrests in China: A Show of Power Like Under Mao for the Last Time

China's political landscape has become more unpredictable as President Xi Jinping dismisses his top general and restructures the power apparatus, reflecting the influence of a single leader on the country's actions.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

From the Islamic Revolution to Mahsa Amini's Hijab: The Most Prominent Protests in Modern Iranian History

Iran has experienced various waves of protests over the decades, driven by economic, social, and political demands, with participation from students, activists, and politicians, resulting in varying outcomes from temporary changes to strict security measures and widespread arrests.

Jan 13 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Home Office says illegal-working raids and arrests at record level โ€“ UK politics live

The Home Office reports record levels of illegal-working raids and arrests, highlighting a focus on immigration in the midst of significant political discussions around foreign affairs and the cost of living.

Jan 13 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Tuesday briefing: What has sparked Iranโ€™s latest wave of protests โ€“ and what might happen next

The article discusses the recent protests in Iran that have resulted in over 648 deaths and 10,600 arrests, fueled by economic hardship and political repression, marking a significant challenge to the Islamic Republic.

Jan 13 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
Crime & Justice

Protester arrested multiple times outside of Ohana's home sues police for false arrests

Itzik Levy, who was arrested several times while protesting outside the home of Knesset Chairman Amir Ohana, is suing the police for false arrests totaling three million shekels, claiming systematic political persecution.

Jan 6 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Iran to try risky economic concessions as it attempts to quell protestersโ€™ anger

The Iranian government is implementing risky economic concessions in response to widespread protests demanding political change and improved living standards, leading to over 20 deaths and nearly 1,000 arrests.

Jan 5 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Cilia Flores, the power behind the Venezuelan throne

Cilia Flores, the wife of captured Venezuelan leader Nicolรกs Maduro, played a significant role in sustaining Chavismo's dominance amid the political turmoil following their arrests.

Jan 4 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
World

Noriega, 1989: the extended shadow of the operation that has ended Maduro

The article draws parallels between the capture of Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega in 1989 and the current political situation in Venezuela, highlighting similarities in circumstances surrounding both leaders' arrests due to drug trafficking.

Jan 3 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The right on the attack after the arrests. A case of Melillo's words

The article discusses the political backlash from the right in Italy against the judiciary amidst an ongoing investigation into jihadist infiltrations, criticizing the left for its alleged connections with pro-Hamas networks discovered in Liguria.

Dec 28 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

I say: 'The Hannoun case does not erase the crimes of Israel'. Gasparri: 'Incredible political judgments'

The investigation leading to the arrests of nine individuals financing Hamas in Italy has sparked controversy, especially following statements by two prosecutors regarding the implications of the case.

Dec 27 โ€ข 17:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

January 11, 1972 โ€“ the intellectual and political leaders of the Croatian Spring arrested

On January 11, 1972, ten prominent intellectual and political leaders of the Croatian Spring were arrested, marking a significant suppression of the movement aimed at fostering Croatian national identity and rights.

Jan 11 โ€ข 06:30 UTC

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