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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

The Ghanaian Foreign Minister has called on Ukraine to free two Ghanaian prisoners of war.

Negotiations between Ukraine and the United States begin in Geneva regarding post-war reconstruction, alongside stalled peace talks with Russia and an exchange of prisoners.

The Ghanaian foreign minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa appealed for the release of two Ghanaian prisoners of war held in Ukraine during a visit to Kyiv.

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

The Palestinian Prisoners' Club reports a significant rise in the number of sick prisoners at Israel's Ofer prison due to harsh detention conditions and deliberate lack of medical care.

A study shows that nearly 70% of Russian war prisoners perceive the war against Ukraine as justified, strongly influenced by Russian propaganda.

The article discusses the Islamic perspective on prison rehabilitation and the compassionate treatment of prisoners, highlighting the case of a Jordanian man imprisoned in place of a debtor.

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.

Ghana's Foreign Minister urges Ukraine to release two Ghanaians captured while fighting for Russia.

Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to release two Ghanaian nationals captured while fighting alongside Russian forces during the ongoing conflict.

A survey indicates that nearly 70% of Russian prisoners of war believe the conflict in Ukraine is justified, with significant variations depending on their belief in Russian propaganda.

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.

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.

A group of dangerous prisoners planned to escape from the Almafuerte prison in Mendoza during the Harvest Festival, but authorities successfully thwarted the plan after an external alert.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Several attempts to smuggle prohibited items to prisoners in Latvia's Liepaja and Riga prisons have been reported in the past week.

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

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.

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.

Hannu Lauerma, a forensic psychiatrist, emphasizes the urgent need for increased funding for prisoners' mental health services, echoing concerns raised in a report by the Deputy-Ombudsman of Finland.

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.

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.

North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine are requesting to be sent to South Korea, fearing punishment for their surrender if returned home.

The 7th of Ramadan is celebrated for significant events in Islamic history, including the founding of Al-Azhar University and the release of Muslim prisoners in the Mediterranean.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

The article discusses the severe conditions faced by Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, referred to as 'hell on earth' by a human rights organization, and touches on the torture of journalists as reported in a recent investigation.

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.

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.

A young Moroccan girl delivered a heartfelt message of solidarity to Gaza during a demonstration in Tangier, highlighting her empathy for the Palestinian people and prisoners.

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

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

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