Tag #Political Prisoners

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Vardanyan's Hunger Strike Protests Artsakh Leaders' War Crimes Trial in Baku

Ruben Vardanyan, former Artsakh State Minister, began a hunger strike in a Baku prison, protesting alleged rights violations during his trial where he and other former Artsakh leaders are accused of war crimes, including the deaths of over 18,000 Azerbaijanis since 1988.

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Nobel Laureates Urge Release of Belarusian Political Prisoners

Thirty-one Nobel laureates urged President Trump and the EU to free over 1,400 Belarusian political prisoners, following a US operation that freed three, amid reports that Belarus's president offered further releases for sanctions relief.

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U.S. Secures Release of Belarusian Political Prisoners

The U.S. State Department secured the release of a U.S. citizen and two Belarusian political prisoners from Belarusian prisons on February 12th, marking a significant shift in U.S.-Belarus relations after years of strained ties.

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British Couple Arrested in Iran Amidst Allegations of Hostage Diplomacy

A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, were arrested in Iran in January 2024 on unspecified security charges; an Iranian source claims their arrest is due to their British nationality and is intended to pressure the UK government.

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US Negotiating Sanctions Relief with Belarus in Exchange for Political Prisoner Releases

The White House is negotiating a deal with Belarus to ease sanctions in exchange for the release of political prisoners; a U.S. citizen and two Belarusian political prisoners were released on February 12th following talks between a U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary and Belarusian officials.

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British Nationals Arrested in Iran Amid Heightened Tensions

Two British nationals were arrested in Iran and met with the UK ambassador amid heightened tensions over US sanctions on Iran, prisoner exchanges, and nuclear negotiations, with the UK government remaining silent.

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Tunisian Activist Bensedrine Released, but Charges Remain

Tunisian opposition leader and human rights activist Sihem Bensedrine, detained since August 2024, was released from prison on February 19, 2025, following a court order, though charges remain and she is banned from travel. The release comes amidst UN condemnation of a wider crackdown on opponents i...

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British Couple Charged with Espionage in Iran

A British couple on a motorbike trip were arrested in Iran in January and charged with espionage, highlighting a pattern of politically motivated arrests of foreign nationals by Iranian authorities.

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Berlin Exhibit Showcases Drawings by Russian Political Prisoners

The Berlin exhibition "Through The Bars" showcases over 200 drawings by Russian political prisoners, including works by Ilya Yashin and Sasha Strukov, highlighting their experiences and the need for increased support. The exhibit, organized by Memorial, Pervyy Otdel, and All Rights Reversed, feature...

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British Couple Detained in Iran Amid Concerns of Politically Motivated Arrests

A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, were detained in Iran in January during a motorcycle trip, prompting concerns about politically motivated arrests after a similar case involving Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe. The UK government is providing consular assistance.

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CHP to Hold Presidential Candidate Primary Amidst Calls for Unity

CHP leader Özgür Özel announced a party primary to select their presidential candidate, emphasizing unity during challenging times and expressing solidarity with imprisoned political figures and journalists, while inviting all party members to participate in the process.

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Saudi Arabia Releases Activist Salma al-Shehab After Four Years

After more than four years in prison, Saudi authorities released Salma al-Shehab, a human rights activist sentenced to 34 years (later reduced to four) for tweets supporting women's rights; her release follows international pressure and is seen as a significant development in the ongoing debate abou...

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