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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...

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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...

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Sherif Osman case highlights America’s dwindling influence in the Middle East

When the Soviet Union collapsed in the early 1990s, the United States was the last superpower standing, and then-President George H.W....

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Brian Glendinning’s emotional reunion with family at Edinburgh Airport

Brian was welcomed home this morning at Edinburgh’s airport in an emotional reunion with his loving family and friends. He was met by his...

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Brian Glendinning flight delayed

Storms in Iraq have prevented Brian Glendinning from returning to Scotland today as scheduled. “I spoke with Brian last night just before...

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Brian Glendinning to arrive in Edinburgh tomorrow

After two months in Iraqi jail, the Scottish construction engineer is due to arrive at Edinburgh airport tomorrow. He will be greeted by...

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Brian Glendinning FREED from Iraq jail

“I am thrilled to announce that British construction engineer Brian Glendinning has been released from Baghdad jail today”, said IPEX...

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British prisoner in Iraq pleads Rishi Sunak for help

After two months in Baghdad jail, British father of three pleads for Rishi Sunak to help get him home. The construction engineer has been...

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Iraq awaits diplomatic note from Qatar to release Brian Glendinning

Scottish construction engineer Brian Glendinning has been locked up for two months in egregious conditions in a Baghdad jail after Qatar...