Juca de Oliveira combined art with political activism and was a political exile in Bolivia
Juca de Oliveira, a notable Brazilian actor and playwright, passed away, leaving behind a legacy intertwined with political activism and a notable history of exile during Brazil's military dictatorship.
Former political exile and chairman of the Šilalė political prisoners and exiles union Antanas Rašinskas has died
Antanas Rašinskas, the chairman of the Šilalė political prisoners and exiles union, has passed away, prompting condolences from Lithuania's Parliamentary Speaker Juozas Olekas.
Varun Gandhi Meets PM Modi with His Family, Is Political 'Exile' About to End?
Varun Gandhi, a former BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his family, raising political speculations about the end of his political isolation.
The Iranian female footballers who rejected exile begin their return to the country, but it is unknown how they will enter.
The Iranian women's national football team is returning to their country after controversial events during the Asian Cup and requests for asylum from some team members.
In the U.S., war divides the largest population of Iranians in exile
The U.S. hosts the largest Iranian community abroad, which is sharply divided over the recent military actions by Israel and the U.S., reflecting deeper political and emotional traumas from past persecutions.
Trump visited El Arepazo in Doral: a nod to Venezuelans, what he ordered to eat, and the shouts of 'USA, USA'
During his visit to Miami, President Trump stopped at the El Arepazo restaurant in Doral, delivering a political message to the Venezuelan exile community and engaging with the local Latinx population.
'Frustration from Political Exile...', Keshav Prasad Maurya Retaliated Against Akhilesh
Keshav Prasad Maurya, the Deputy CM of Uttar Pradesh, retaliated against Akhilesh Yadav's statement about inflation during a program in Kaushambi, following some travel disruptions due to a helicopter technical fault.
Masih Alinejad, Iranian dissident in exile: "Iranians fear that Trump will follow the Venezuelan scenario"
Masih Alinejad, an exiled Iranian activist, expresses concerns that the political situation in Iran may deteriorate further under potential U.S. leadership similar to Venezuela's.
'I am leaving India', Iranian actress waits for regime change after Khamenei's death
Iranian actress Mandana Karimi expresses her desire to return to Iran, citing political issues and professional setbacks in India.
Who is Yasmine Pahlavi, wife of the Iranian crown prince, daughter of exile and modern woman?
Yasmine Pahlavi, the wife of the Iranian crown prince, emerges as a potential symbol of a changing Iran amidst ongoing protests and a turbulent political landscape.
It is clear that people support Corina, says ally of Venezuelan opposition leader
David Smolansky, aide to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, discusses the support for her and the future political strategies of the opposition following the 2024 elections.
Dignity cannot be auctioned
The article expresses a firm rejection of the Venezuelan government's attempts to manipulate public sentiment towards reconciliation, emphasizing that true dignity cannot be compromised under political pressure.
The emotional reunion of a Venezuelan exile during Trump's State of the Union speech: his harsh story of captivity
A Venezuelan opposition leader, Enrique Márquez, made a surprise appearance during President Trump's State of the Union address to embrace his niece after being released from captivity.
Venezuela Slowly Releases Prisoners and Hopes to Return Exiled Citizens
Venezuela is gradually releasing political prisoners following the overthrow of President Nicolás Maduro as part of an effort to reconcile with opposition leaders in exile.
The National Assembly of Venezuela unanimously approves the amnesty law
The National Assembly of Venezuela has unanimously approved an amnesty law that could release hundreds of political prisoners and protect those in exile or hiding from legal persecution.
Who is Raúl Rodríguez Castro, 'The Crab', the grandson of Raúl Castro who appears in conversations with the U.S.
Raúl Rodríguez Castro, grandson of former Cuban president Raúl Castro, has been in discreet conversations with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, hinting at his significant influence despite not holding a formal political position in Cuba.
Tariq Rahman Appointed New Prime Minister of Bangladesh After Returning from Exile
Tariq Rahman has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the BNP party won the national elections, marking the return of the party to power after 20 years.
Vuletić (HSS) criticized Dabro: 'Ustaše go... into exile!'; Plenković also reacted
Croatian political scene is shaken by a video of former minister Josip Dabro, prompting condemnation from PM Plenković and sharp criticism from HSS leader Vuletić.
The Thousand Lives of Activist Samantha Jirón: "In Nicaragua, They Treat a Murderer Better Than Someone Who Thinks Freely"
Samantha Jirón, the youngest political prisoner in Nicaragua, recounts her experiences of imprisonment and exile, now studying journalism in Madrid.
Bangladesh: Tarique Rahman's Dynamic Comeback After 15 Years, Wins from Both Seats
Tarique Rahman, president of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and a contender for Prime Minister, has informally won two significant seats in Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary elections after a 15-year political exile.
Here are the books to understand the drama of the exodus
The article discusses recommended books that explore the often-ignored tragedy of the Istrian and Dalmatian exiles, particularly the political pressures that led to this history being buried.
Prime Minister Flees the Country - Urges Supporters to Disrupt the Election
Violence surges in Bangladesh as the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina calls on her supporters from exile in India to disrupt upcoming elections amid a wave of political unrest.
Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Prize winner sentenced to six years in prison in Iran
Iranian authorities have sentenced Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi to six years in prison, with additional penalties including exile and a travel ban.
Khaled Meshaal: We are open to approaches based on guarantees, not disarmament
Khaled Meshaal, the head of Hamas's political bureau in exile, emphasizes openness to realistic approaches focused on guarantees instead of disarmament during a forum in Doha.
Persecuted by the Venezuelan Regime / What the United States Did Was the Only Alternative for Venezuelans
Alejandro Peña Esclusa discusses the recent U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and examines its implications for Venezuela and the continent.
The Faces of Venezuelan Exile
The article narrates the stories of 11 Venezuelans who have fled their country due to political repression and economic hardship, with around eight million citizens living abroad.
The 1,500 letters María wrote during Franco's regime to her exiled son: 'I have kept them like a treasure'
María Fernández Grandizo penned 1,500 letters to her son during the Franco regime, preserving them as precious artifacts amidst the family’s political turmoil and exile.
Dissident Boualem Sansal: 'In Algeria, they would kill me'
Algerian author Boualem Sansal, who was imprisoned for a year as a political prisoner, discusses his recent release, his desire to return to Algeria, and his challenges in starting a new life at the age of 76.
The Venezuelan Opposition Redefines Its Strategy with a Priority: The Return of Leaders in Exile
The Venezuelan opposition, led by María Corina Machado, is redefining its strategy focusing on the return of exiled leaders amidst a perceived shift in the political landscape following a U.S. military incursion in Caracas.
No Mercy Against Maduro
The article expresses a lack of compassion towards former Venezuelan president Maduro, criticizing his oppressive regime that has led to countless incarcerations and exiles of dissenters.
Edmundo González reappears to demand the "immediate and unconditional" release of Venezuelan political prisoners
Edmundo González, a former Venezuelan opposition presidential candidate, has made a video statement from exile calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners in Venezuela.
Jafar Panahi on his new film: 'Exile is the price of my work'
Iranian director Jafar Panahi discusses the role of cinema in resistance while promoting his award-winning film 'A Simple Accident', which tackles the aftermath of political violence.
New Year's Eve Rai? In exile in Catanzaro
The controversy surrounding the New Year's Eve broadcast from Catanzaro continues to provoke reactions online and in political circles, largely due to a critical article published by Fanpage.
Donald Trump 'seriously ill', Nicolás Maduro pushed to exile... Peruvian shamans deliver their predictions for 2026
Peruvian shamans have made forecasts for 2026 during a New Year's ritual, including claims about Donald Trump's health and Nicolás Maduro's political fate.
She was the first female prime minister of a Muslim country. She was brutally murdered
Benazir Bhutto, the first female prime minister of a Muslim-majority country, is remembered as a powerful yet controversial figure in modern Pakistan, whose life was marred by political persecution, corruption allegations, exile, and a violent assassination in 2007.