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🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Uncertain situation for Djalali in Evin prison: 'No contact'

Djalali, imprisoned in Iran's notorious Evin prison, has experienced deteriorating health and communication issues, raising concerns among his family amidst reported unrest near the facility.

Mar 2 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

This was Nahuel Gallo's call to Argentina after the flight stops in Ecuador and Chile

Argentine gendarme Nahuel Gallo arrived in Buenos Aires after being released from detention in Venezuela, greeted by family and officials at the airport.

Mar 2 • 12:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Video: This was the emotional reunion between Nahuel Gallo and his family

Argentinian gendarme Nahuel Gallo was reunited with his family after being detained in Venezuela for 448 days.

Mar 2 • 10:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The Burmese junta grants amnesty to more than 7,000 prisoners convicted of supporting a 'terrorist group'

The Burmese junta has granted amnesty to over 7,000 prisoners who were convicted of supporting groups deemed terrorist by the regime.

Mar 2 • 09:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Myanmar's military junta says it has pardoned 7,000 prisoners

Myanmar's military junta has announced the pardon of over 7,000 prisoners who were convicted for allegedly supporting or financing a 'terrorist group.'

Mar 2 • 07:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The videos of the prisoners of El Rodeo I shouting that Nahuel Gallo was released in Venezuela, although there is no official confirmation

Political prisoners in Venezuela claim that Argentine gendarme Nahuel Gallo and two Colombian nationals have been released, although this has not been officially confirmed.

Mar 1 • 17:08 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

God bless you! Men designated for liquidation in the Jáchymov hell / Stalin's bomb made us a state of slavery with political prisoners in uranium mine camps

The article discusses the history of uranium mining in Jáchymov and its connection to significant scientific discoveries, while highlighting the political repression in the region during Stalin's regime.

Mar 1 • 14:02 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

God grant us luck! Men destined for liquidation in the Jáchymov hell / The Stalin bomb made us a slave state with political prisoners in uranium mines

The article details the history of the uranium mines in Jáchymov and their significance in the development of radioactive elements, while also highlighting the oppressive regime and political prisoners associated with their operations.

Mar 1 • 14:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I experienced the monster from the inside": in Venezuela, the joy of freed political prisoners

Political prisoners in Venezuela celebrate their release, with calls for freedom resonating among supporters following a recent amnesty law.

Mar 1 • 02:18 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs considers the possibility of extending the ban on 117 Belarusians to enter Lithuania

The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is considering extending the existing entry ban for 117 Belarusians due to ongoing human rights violations in Belarus.

Feb 28 • 10:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Snapshots in February: Images of the Day

This article presents a collection of images from February highlighting notable events in Togo, Ukraine, Venezuela, and Jerusalem.

Feb 27 • 13:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights calls for the release of all political prisoners in Venezuela

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged the release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, emphasizing the need for a review of the state of emergency.

Feb 27 • 12:06 UTC
🇪🇨 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 • 15:16 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Tver Police Detain Rassvet Founder Yekaterina Duntsova at Political Prisoner Event

Yekaterina Duntsova, the founder of the Rassvet party and a political opposition figure, was detained by police in Tver during an event supporting political prisoners.

Feb 26 • 15:03 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Tver Police Briefly Detain Rassvet Founder Yekaterina Duntsova at Political Prisoner Event

Yekaterina Duntsova, founder of the political party Rassvet, was briefly detained by police in Tver while organizing an event for political prisoners, due to an anonymous tip regarding a supposed illegal rally.

Feb 26 • 15:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Nahuel Gallo communicated with his wife after 445 days of being cut off and amidst a hunger strike

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarmerie officer, has communicated with his wife for the first time after being cut off in prison for 445 days, during a hunger strike organized by political prisoners.

Feb 26 • 14:07 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Desperate screams from inmates in El Rodeo 1, the prison where Nahuel Gallo is held: "They are asking for the Red Cross and paramedics"

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.

Feb 26 • 13:41 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

With shouts, Venezuelan political prisoners confirmed that Nahuel Gallo continues on hunger strike in Venezuela

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme imprisoned in Venezuela, is confirmed to be on hunger strike, raising alarms about his health.

Feb 26 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuelan Attorney General resigns before the National Assembly

Tarek William Saab, the Attorney General of Venezuela, resigned before the National Assembly amid political changes in the country.

Feb 25 • 21:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 • 13:50 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

This day in history. Khrushchev's report on Stalin irreversibly changes the Soviet regime

The article discusses the pivotal moment during the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union in 1956 when Nikita Khrushchev denounced Stalin's regime, marking a significant shift in Soviet policy and society.

Feb 25 • 06:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"We live in communism. Only the stores don't know it yet." In 1960, President Novotný announced that Czechoslovakia had built socialism

The article discusses the announcements and political changes in Czechoslovakia in 1960 under President Antonín Novotný, including the establishment of socialism and the release of political prisoners.

Feb 25 • 04:46 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda: Worries grow over Kizza Besigye's health

There is rising concern about the health of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who has been imprisoned for over a year, as threats against his life continue to emerge.

Feb 24 • 20:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Thousands Accused in Political Cases in Russia Related to the War Against Ukraine

In Russia, over 4,029 people have been subjected to politically motivated criminal cases relating to the ongoing war against Ukraine, with 3,059 currently incarcerated.

Feb 24 • 19:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela: 'The amnesty excludes more than half of the political prisoners,' denounces the leader of a human rights NGO

Andreína Baduel, a human rights activist, denounces that the amnesty in Venezuela fails to include over half of the political prisoners.

Feb 24 • 19:38 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

179 political prisoners released in Venezuela

A new amnesty law has resulted in the release of 179 political prisoners in Venezuela.

Feb 24 • 19:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Venezuela: 179 prisoners released under amnesty law

A total of 179 prisoners in Venezuelan prisons have been released under a new law providing amnesty for various crimes historically used to imprison dissenters.

Feb 24 • 18:56 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela: 179 people released from prison with full freedom due to the amnesty law

A total of 179 people in Venezuela have been released from prison under the newly enacted amnesty law, as announced by a parliamentary commission leader.

Feb 24 • 18:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Venezuela releases nearly 180 political prisoners

Venezuela has released 179 political prisoners following the adoption of an amnesty law amid a leadership change.

Feb 24 • 18:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Number of political prisoners released in Venezuela after amnesty rises to 91, says NGO

Venezuela has released 91 political prisoners following an amnesty law enacted last Thursday, according to a human rights organization.

Feb 24 • 17:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Venezuela: More than 540 political prisoners released, according to NGO

Over 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to Alfredo Romero, director of the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.

Feb 24 • 13:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Uncertainty As Besigye, Lutale Return to Court On Treason Charges

Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obed Lutale are set to return to court facing treason charges amid health concerns and procedural disputes regarding their court appearance.

Feb 24 • 12:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Urgent Issues to Address in Germany

The article discusses urgent military and political issues concerning Italy's role in German regions, emphasizing the formation of battalions from Italian prisoners and the need for military readiness.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

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.

Feb 24 • 03:55 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Venezuela begins prisoner releases as Rodriguez promises return for exiles

Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced the release of political prisoners and pledged to welcome exiled citizens back home, signaling a potential shift in relations with the West.

Feb 24 • 01:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

11 cadets imprisoned for a year for playing Call of Duty released

Eleven cadets imprisoned for a year in Venezuela were released after a hunger strike and claims of torture during their detention.

Feb 24 • 00:28 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

177 political prisoners released in Venezuela

Around 177 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela following the enactment of a new amnesty law.

Feb 24 • 00:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela starts remodeling the 'El Helicoide' prison to convert it into a social center

The Venezuelan government has begun remodeling the notorious El Helicoide prison in Caracas to transform it into a social center, despite ongoing accusations of political prisoners remaining on-site.

Feb 23 • 20:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Venezuela carries out the first full releases of political prisoners after the amnesty

Venezuela has initiated the first full releases of political prisoners under a new amnesty law, with at least 65 individuals freed over the weekend.

Feb 23 • 19:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Release of Tunisian lawyer Ahmed Sawab after reducing his sentence

Tunisian lawyer Ahmed Sawab was released from prison after a court reduced his sentence from five years to ten months.

Feb 23 • 19:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Work begins to convert the Helicoide into a public space "to elevate happiness"

The Venezuelan government has announced the start of renovations to convert the Helicoide, a former prison and known torture center, into a public space aimed at social and cultural development.

Feb 23 • 16:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

NGO says only 65 people were released in Venezuela after amnesty

A human rights organization reports that only 65 political prisoners were released in Venezuela following the recent amnesty, despite over 1,500 requests to the judiciary.

Feb 23 • 15:05 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

EU sanctions eight Russian officials over human rights violations

The EU has imposed sanctions on eight Russian officials for their roles in serious human rights violations.

Feb 23 • 14:27 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

EU imposes sanctions against eight Russians

The EU has imposed sanctions on eight Russians accused of serious human rights violations and suppression of democratic opposition in Russia.

Feb 23 • 13:27 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela launch hunger strike

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike to protest against their imprisonment and demand improved conditions.

Feb 23 • 11:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners go on hunger strike in Venezuela against exclusions in amnesty

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have declared a hunger strike, protesting the exclusions in a recently approved amnesty law.

Feb 23 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela begin hunger strike

In Venezuela, over 200 political prisoners have commenced a hunger strike protesting against a new amnesty law that they feel does not sufficiently benefit them.

Feb 23 • 07:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Amnesty is the Beginning

The unanimous approval of an amnesty law in Venezuela is a significant historical event aimed at ending the political persecution of dissenters and releasing political prisoners.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

More than fifty political prisoners are released and without restrictions thanks to the Amnesty Law

Over fifty political prisoners have been freed in Venezuela due to the recently passed Amnesty Law, raising hopes for further releases amidst concerns about those not included in the first wave.

Feb 23 • 02:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Prisoners in Venezuela start hunger strike in protest against the new amnesty law

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike demanding their release following the enactment of a new amnesty law they deem insufficient.

Feb 23 • 01:48 UTC

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