political persecution
Family of Imprisoned Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan Fear for His Safety After Weeks Without Contact
Dec 02, 2025 01:17 am CST
The sons of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have expressed grave concerns about their father's wellbeing after more than three weeks without verifiable proof that he is alive. Despite court orders allowing weekly family visits, authorities have blocked all access, leaving the family in a state of psychological distress. Khan, 72, has been imprisoned since August 2023 on multiple convictions his supporters claim are politically motivated.
UK MP Tulip Siddiq Condemns "Unjustified" Two-Year Sentence in Bangladesh Corruption Trial
Dec 02, 2025 12:13 am CST
Tulip Siddiq, niece of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and UK Labour MP, denounces her two-year prison sentence from a Bangladeshi anti-corruption tribunal as an "unjustified" outcome of a "kangaroo court" conducted in her absence. Prominent UK legal experts have raised serious concerns about the fairness of proceedings as Siddiq maintains she is "collateral damage" in a political vendetta against her family.
Awami League Rejects 'Politically Motivated' Corruption Verdict Against Former PM Sheikh Hasina
Dec 01, 2025 07:24 pm CST
The Awami League has strongly rejected a Dhaka court's corruption verdict against exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her family members, calling it "entirely predictable" and politically motivated. The party claims the Anti-Corruption Commission has been weaponized by Muhammad Yunus's unelected interim government to target political opponents without proper judicial process or evidence.
Imran Khan's Imprisonment: Complete List of Charges Facing Pakistan's Former Prime Minister
Nov 28, 2025 01:53 pm CST
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan remains imprisoned on multiple charges including corruption and misuse of state gifts. This comprehensive overview examines the allegations that led to his 14-year sentence, the recent death rumors, and his family's ongoing struggle to gain access to him in Adiala jail as political tension continues in Pakistan.
The Downfall of Jair Bolsonaro: From Brazilian President to Prisoner in a Failed Coup Case
Nov 26, 2025 07:55 am CST
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins serving a 27-year sentence for a failed coup attempt against President Lula da Silva. Once a firebrand politician known for controversial statements and policies on the Amazon and COVID-19, Bolsonaro now claims political persecution while his family raises concerns about his fragile health condition as he serves time in a special detention facility.
Bangladesh's Diplomatic Crisis: How Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence Challenges India-Bangladesh Relations
Nov 19, 2025 03:31 pm CST
The International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh, originally established by Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, has sentenced his daughter Sheikh Hasina to death, creating a complex diplomatic situation for India. This analysis examines the transformation of the tribunal, the political context behind Hasina's sentencing, continuing human rights concerns under Mohammad Yunus's administration, and the implications for regional relations as religious extremism grows in Bangladesh.
India's Legal Options: Can Sheikh Hasina Be Extradited to Bangladesh Under Bilateral Treaty Provisions?
Nov 18, 2025 06:18 pm CST
This article examines the complex legal and diplomatic situation surrounding Bangladesh's request to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India following her death sentence in absentia. It analyzes the India-Bangladesh Extradition Treaty provisions, India's legal framework, and diplomatic considerations that give New Delhi significant discretion in handling this high-profile extradition request, despite Bangladesh's insistence that compliance is mandatory under bilateral agreements.
Sheikh Hasina Challenges Death Sentence: Former Bangladesh PM Calls ICT Verdict Politically Motivated
Nov 17, 2025 07:09 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina strongly refutes her death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal for "crimes against humanity," calling the proceedings biased and politically motivated. She denies ordering the killing of protesters during last year's student-led uprising and challenges the interim government to bring charges before the International Criminal Court instead.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize: "I Don't Deserve It"
Oct 11, 2025 02:31 am CST
Maria Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader and industrial engineer, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous fight against dictatorship in her country. Despite being barred from running for president and forced into hiding, Machado humbly declared the prize belongs to the Venezuelan people's movement for democracy, not her alone. This historic achievement makes her the first Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize recipient.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Dedicates Nobel Peace Prize to Trump's Support for Democracy
Oct 11, 2025 12:16 am CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, forced into hiding after contested elections, has dedicated her Nobel Peace Prize to both the Venezuelan people and US President Donald Trump for his support of democracy. The Nobel Committee recognized her tireless efforts to promote democratic rights in Venezuela amid authoritarian rule by Nicolas Maduro.