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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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Assange: NGO calls for extradition treaty review
In light of the Julian Assange appeal, an Interpol and extradition focussed NGO has called on several Parliamentary Committees to...
Detained in Dubai
May 24, 20244 min read
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Praise for dedication of Jackson Lee in Tierra Allen case
Radha Stirling, CEO of organisation Detained in Dubai, praised the dedication of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Tierra Allen case...
Detained in Dubai
Aug 18, 20233 min read
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MP called upon to help Brit held in Dubai jail over 'blood money'.
James Hutchinson has been told he won't be a free man until he pays thousands of pounds in compensation to the family of a cyclist he...
Detained in Dubai
Aug 14, 20234 min read
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BREAKING: TikTok influencer Tierra Allen FREED from Dubai
Months long ordeal came to an end today when Tierra boarded a flight home. Allen has been banned from returning to Dubai. She paid a...
Detained in Dubai
Aug 9, 20234 min read
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US former soldier terrified he will die in Dubai over fake debts
Milwaukie native Robert Dobbs served in the US military as an airborne sergeant before leaving to pursue a career as a teacher. 55 year...
Detained in Dubai
Aug 3, 20233 min read
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Radha Stirling on the Dean Mackin Show
Stirling and Mackin discuss cases of injustice, wrongful prosecution and torture in Dubai. Stirling highlights the cases of Albert...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 27, 20232 min read
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Dubai Police offer new justification for Tierra Allen arrest
Following public outcry and intense media scrutiny over the detention of social media influencer Tierra Allen, the Dubai police have...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 24, 20233 min read
492 views

UAE-Turkey Bilateral Agreements Raise Concerns Over Human Rights
The UAE and Turkey have recently entered into multiple bilateral agreements, ranging from extradition and energy cooperation to space and...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 22, 20234 min read
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Safeguarding International Travel: Interpol Prevention
In an era where wrongful listings on the Interpol database pose a significant threat to individuals' lives, reputation, and freedom, IPEX...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 21, 20234 min read
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TIERRA ALLEN detained in Dubai for shouting, reaches out to Congresswoman Jackson Lee & Senator Cruz
29 year old Tierra Allen has been held in Dubai for “shouting” at a rental car agency who was following and intimidating her. Radha...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 17, 20232 min read
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American influencer detained in Dubai over “screaming” allegation by rental car company
29 year old influencer Tierra Allen, from San Diego, California who now lives in Houston, Texas, followed in the footsteps of countless...
Detained in Dubai
Jul 10, 20234 min read
6,773 views

Radha Stirling, CEO at IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform
Originally published at Great Companies Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Radha Stirling: Since...
Detained in Dubai
Apr 5, 20233 min read
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Sportwashing: Sports as a vehicle for soft power by Radha Stirling for the Times of Israel
When Qatar insisted on hosting the World Cup, people's love of soccer again surpassed their disapproval of dictators, corruption, and...
Detained in Dubai
Nov 23, 20222 min read
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Billy Hood Petition set to become largest in Change
A petition to #FreeBillyHoodhas already gained a record 107,000 signatures since the case was brought to the media two weeks ago. The...
Detained in Dubai
Oct 26, 20212 min read
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“Sheikh Mohammed - Save my husband
Naomi Douglas has sent a desperate plea and clemency request to Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum, begging him to be merciful upon her husband...
Detained in Dubai
Oct 26, 20213 min read
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Clemency request for Billy Hood
Clemency request for man sentenced to 25 years over CBD oil sent to HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Billy Hood, a 24 year old who...
Detained in Dubai
Oct 25, 20212 min read
269 views
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