Rumors circulated online in September 2025, alleging that two-thirds of detainees were missing from the Florida migrant detention center “Alligator Alcatraz.” These rumors stemmed from Miami Herald investigations using detainee rosters, which found the whereabouts of many detainees were unknown as of the end of August. While the Herald did not independently verify the missing persons, they did use the lists to determine that 800 detainees showed no record in the online database for ICE, and over 450 had no location listed. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security denied the claims. However, there were documented instances of detainees being deported or moved without their families’ or attorneys’ knowledge, suggesting that some detainees may have been missing, even if not reflected in official databases.
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Demonstrators gathered in Berlin on June 21, 2025, to protest the Iranian regime. Supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran were present, with at least one individual holding a sign that read “Free Iran.” The protest was a public display of dissent against the current government of Iran. This event was captured by Reuters photographer Fabrizio Bensch.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has revealed charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, alleging his involvement in the killings of at least 76 people during his time as president and mayor. The charges, detailed in a 15-page document, claim Duterte instructed and authorized violent acts, including murder, against alleged criminals. The charges cite killings that occurred during his time as mayor of Davao City and during his presidency. Duterte, who was arrested in March and is currently held at an ICC facility, has yet to respond to the charges, and a court hearing has been postponed.
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A recent report released by the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) details the widespread torture inflicted by Russian forces on Ukrainian civilians held in occupied territories. The OHCHR documented 508 cases of civilian detainees between June 1, 2023, and September 10, 2025, revealing a pattern of brutal physical and psychological torture, sexual violence, and inhumane conditions. Detainees reported severe beatings, electric shocks, mock executions, and other forms of ill-treatment, with over 92% of released civilians interviewed reporting torture. This systemic abuse, a violation of international humanitarian law, is part of a broader Russian policy aimed at suppressing Ukrainian resistance in occupied territories.
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Nineteen detainees at the Louisiana Lockup, a former prison camp within Angola prison, entered their fifth day of a hunger strike, demanding access to medical and mental health care, including prescription medications, as well as basic necessities. According to advocacy groups, detainees also seek visitation with ICE officers to address concerning conditions, including the denial of essential medications for those with chronic health conditions. The facility, which has a history of problematic conditions, has drawn criticism for allegedly unsafe and degrading practices, with advocates warning of a culture of abuse and violence. The strike highlights serious concerns about the facility’s ability to provide adequate care, despite the reopening of the facility and the expansion of immigrant detention in Louisiana.
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A court has sentenced a former Iranian cultural official to 100 lashes after convicting him of having sexual relations with another man. Well, that’s quite a headline, isn’t it? It immediately conjures up images of a harsh reality, a world away from the freedoms many of us take for granted. The fact that this individual was a former cultural official, someone who presumably had a hand in shaping the very values of the society, adds another layer of complexity to the story. It’s a stark reminder of the hypocrisy that can exist within any system, regardless of its ideological foundation.
The sentence itself – 100 lashes and two years of exile – is brutal.… Continue reading
Reports indicate that Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s former leader, is imprisoned and suffering from a serious heart condition, raising concerns about her health. Her son, Kim Aris, has expressed fears for his mother’s life, especially given her solitary confinement and lack of communication. Suu Kyi, imprisoned since the 2021 coup, faces a 27-year sentence on charges she denies. Experts are skeptical of the upcoming elections, considering them a potential manipulation, particularly with Suu Kyi and other political prisoners still held.
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In a recent incident, over 300 South Korean workers, primarily engineers involved in building an electric car battery plant in Georgia, were detained by US immigration officials. The workers, some of whom were in the US on short-term visas, reported being handcuffed, shackled, and held in freezing detention centers where they were denied basic necessities. Despite initial claims of visa violations, a deal was struck allowing the workers to leave voluntarily. The South Korean government is now investigating potential human rights violations, and US officials have expressed regret over the incident, which has strained relations between the two countries.
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Following complaints regarding dynamite explosions from a Moroccan construction company, residents of Equatorial Guinea’s Annobón island have faced an internet shutdown and subsequent repression. This resulted in the imprisonment of signatories, the collapse of essential services, and the exacerbation of existing marginalization. Despite denials from the company, Somagec, the government has continued the internet outage, impacting the island’s population of approximately 5,000 people. The move marks a significant escalation of repression by the government, which has a history of silencing criticism.
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Following a raid at a US electric vehicle battery plant in Georgia, the South Korean government is investigating potential human rights violations against its citizens. More than 300 South Korean workers, detained for a week, have returned home, prompting South Korea to express “strong regret” to the US. The South Korean government is working with relevant companies to investigate the matter, as the incident strains relations between the two countries. President Lee Jae-myung warned that this raid may discourage foreign investment in the US and called for an official apology.
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