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Breaking news, press releases and expert analysis on legal issues, wrongful detentions, and travel risks in the UAE and surrounding regions. Our press releases are reported on television, radio and print media across the world.
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Iran-Saudi Arabia deal a dangerous sign of Western retreat - by Radha Stirling
Despite the fact that Saudi Arabia and Iran have been engaging in talks for several months, no one was prepared for the dramatic...
Detained in Dubai
Mar 14, 20234 min read
DUBAI LAWYERS & LAW FIRMS
We maintain a list of trustworthy and not so trustworthy lawyers. The lawyer you choose can make or break your case and too many people...
Detained in Dubai
Mar 6, 20231 min read
Can I transit through Dubai if I have a debt?
A common question of former UAE expats and one that should be asked before travel: Countless people over the years have been arrested...
Detained in Dubai
Feb 20, 20231 min read
Arrested for drugs in Dubai: Kaz Crossley highlights UAE drug laws
The recent arrest of Kaz Crossley has Dubai's drug laws and enforcement issues under the spotlight again. Detained in Dubai CEO Radha...
Detained in Dubai
Feb 18, 20234 min read
Radha Stirling comments on on Love Island kaz arrest
The case of Kaz Crossley; arrested in Abu Dhabi enroute to Thailand yesterday over allegations of possessing and consuming drugs in 2020...
Detained in Dubai
Feb 17, 20233 min read
Miss World criticised for selecting Dubai as 2023 pageant host
The Miss World pageant, the oldest beauty contest in the world, will be held in Dubai this year, according to organisers. The move is...
Detained in Dubai
Feb 15, 20234 min read
Detained in Dubai’s 15th anniversary celebration
On the 30th of January, Detained in Dubai celebrated its 15th anniversary in London with friends, clients and members of the media and...
Detained in Dubai
Feb 10, 20236 min read
Indian nationals risk arbitrary detention, Interpol abuse in UAE
Indian citizens are more likely to be imprisoned in the UAE than in any other country in the world. “There are over 8,000 Indian...
Detained in Dubai
Jan 24, 20235 min read
UAE provides a risky haven for Russian money
As the first private jets from Moscow were landing in the UAE, Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International,...
Detained in Dubai
Jan 18, 20233 min read
Tourism in Saudi Arabia too risky
Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is a dangerous figure. Equal parts despot, dictator, mafia-style don, but...
Detained in Dubai
Jan 13, 20234 min read
UAE lifts alcohol regulations, increases likelihood of arrest
In a move intended to further boost tourism, the UAE has relaxed the regulations on buying and consuming alcohol; but Gulf expert Radha...
Detained in Dubai
Jan 6, 20233 min read
Egyptian-American political commentator freed from UAE custody, returns home
Following a high-profile campaign to secure the freedom of Egyptian-American Sherif Osman after his arrest in Dubai over his criticism of...
Detained in Dubai
Dec 29, 20223 min read
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