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Detention of Former INTERPOL Files Chief in Dubai Sparks Global Alarm Over Corruption and Immunity FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Detention of Former INTERPOL Files Chief in Dubai Sparks Global Alarm Over Corruption and Immunity Radha Stirling : “Pîrlog’s arrest exposes a system rotting from the top. INTERPOL must no longer be above the law.” 20 June 2025 — Dubai and Lyon The reported detention of Vitalie Pîrlog , former Chairman of INTERPOL’s Commission for the Control of Files (CCF), in Dubai , has triggered renewed international alarm over structural corruption, political manipulation, and a dangerous lack of accountability within INTERPOL. Radha Stirling , Interpol expert and founder of   IPEX (Interpol and Extradition Reform  and Due Process International , says the arrest highlights a disturbing trend in which INTERPOL’s highest officials, those responsible for upholding justice, are themselves accused of abusing power for personal or political gain. “Vitalie Pîrlog was in charge of the very committee meant to prevent political persecution and wrongful Red Notices, ” Stirling said. “Now, he is suspected of selling access to that system. This is a betrayal not just of INTERPOL’s mission, but of every individual who has been victimised by the misuse of its tools.” Pîrlog’s alleged involvement in corrupt Red Notice deletions comes after several other high-level scandals. In 2018, INTERPOL President Meng Hongwei  was detained and later imprisoned in China. In 2021, INTERPOL appointed Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi , a senior Emirati official accused of torture, as President, despite multiple criminal complaints filed against him across Europe. “Three top officials in just a few years, each linked to credible allegations of abuse, corruption, or human rights violations,”  Stirling said. “INTERPOL has become a revolving door for authoritarians who view the organisation as a tool to consolidate power and settle scores.” Most concerning, Stirling notes, is that INTERPOL operates under sweeping immunity agreements, which shield the organisation and its staff from prosecution or civil litigation. “This is an institution with global policing powers and zero legal accountability,”  she said. “Its decisions can destroy lives, yet no one can be held to account when those powers are abused.” Through her work at Due Process International and IPEX, Stirling has represented hundreds of clients who were wrongly targeted by INTERPOL Red Notices and Diffusions, often issued at the request of authoritarian regimes seeking to silence dissidents, harass businesspeople, or punish asylum seekers. “INTERPOL has become a tool for transnational repression, extortion, and persecution,” she said.  “It is used by its member states not to combat crime, but to bully, harass and intimidate. And the global public has no remedy when that system fails.” IPEX and Due Process International are calling for the immediate lifting of INTERPOL’s global immunity,   to allow for legal accountability and independent investigation of abuse. The organisations are also urging the creation of an external oversight body to review leadership appointments and safeguard against politically motivated misuse. “This is not just a problem with one official or one regime,” Stirling said. “It is a structural crisis. INTERPOL must be brought back under the rule of law. That starts with lifting its immunity and ending the culture of impunity.” Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

Former INTERPOL Chief Detained in Dubai

"Vitalie Pîrlog was in charge of the very committee meant to prevent political persecution and wrongful Interpol Red Notices,” Radha Stirling said. “Now, he is suspected of selling access to that system. "

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Press Release: Miami, Florida / London, UK 16 June 2025 Trey Songz’s bodyguard has surrendered to Dubai authorities to begin serving a one-year sentence following a disputed incident involving a bystander.  As he enters prison, Cornell Whitfield has made a personal plea to President Donald Trump for urgent diplomatic intervention. Cornell Whitfield, an American celebrity bodyguard known for protecting R&B artist Trey Songz, has turned himself in to Dubai authorities this week to begin serving a one-year prison sentence. His incarceration comes nearly two years after a brief confrontation during which he shielded his client from an aggressive bystander, an act legal experts and supporters call a professional obligation now twisted into a criminal conviction. The incident occurred in early 2023, when Whitfield was escorting Trey Songz from a hotel to an event. A Jordanian man began shouting at the artist and aggressively approached them. As fans gathered to take photos, Whitfield calmly stepped in to de-escalate the situation and protect his client. The individual later accused Whitfield of slapping him, claiming hearing loss, allegations that were not supported by medical reports and contradicted by multiple accounts. Despite these inconsistencies, Whitfield was arrested in August 2023, charged, convicted, and ultimately had his appeal denied by the Court of Cassation in October 2024.   “In Dubai”, explains expert witness Radha Stirling, “police will automatically prosecute complaints and whomever issues the first police complaint, is considered truthful.  Hearsay evidence alone is sufficient to secure a conviction.  Cornell was facing an uphill battle against a system that favours muslims and is prejudiced against foreigners, and especially those of colour.  African-Americans have been repeatedly told by UAE law enforcement that ‘they’re not really American.  They’re African and will be treated as such”.   Following nearly two years of legal uncertainty and mounting personal hardship, Whitfield voluntarily surrendered to authorities this week. He is now in custody and expected to serve the remainder of the sentence under increasingly difficult conditions. In a letter, Whitfield made a personal appeal to former President Donald J. Trump for diplomatic intervention.   “I have had extremely limited communication, inadequate legal representation, and the emotional toll on my family has been immense,” Whitfield wrote . “Your support would mean the world to me and my family.”   His mother, Marysia Bryant Mike, says the ordeal has devastated their family. They have spent over $200,000 in legal and living expenses to support Whitfield, who has been without stable housing or access to medical care in recent months.   Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai who has been assisting the family, condemned the prosecution as part of a larger pattern of abuse in the UAE legal system.   “Cornell was doing his job. He didn’t attack anyone, he protected his client from a man who was acting inappropriately in a public space,” said Stirling . “But in the UAE, foreigners, especially those perceived as wealthy or connected to celebrities, are routinely targeted for financial compensation. False accusations are often followed by demands for large payouts, and the courts too often fail to protect foreign nationals.”   Stirling says the UAE’s legal system has been weaponized to pressure foreigners into settlements under threat of prison. “This is a clear-cut case of injustice,” she said. “Cornell is out of legal options, and unless diplomatic pressure is applied, he will serve a year in prison for doing nothing wrong”.   Cornell Whitfield expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support he's received from friends, family, and the public. “I want to thank everyone who’s stood by me during this nightmare,” he said. “Your love and prayers have kept me going through the darkest moments. Please continue to pray for my strength and safety, and help shine a light on the injustice I’m facing. I still believe that truth and justice will prevail.”   Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai radha@detainedindubai.org Twitter - Facebook - Linkedin

BREAKING: Trey Songz’s Bodyguard JAILED in Dubai, Appeals to Trump for Help

Cornell Whitfield, an American celebrity bodyguard known for protecting R&B artist Trey Songz, has turned himself in to Dubai authorities this week

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CBD Vape Arrest in Qatar: British Man Protected from Qatar INTERPOL Red Notice Notice British Man Spared INTERPOL Red Notice After Qatar Vape Arrest A British national never expected a simple online order to lead to arrest, imprisonment, and a looming international legal threat. While staying in Qatar, he purchased two clothing items and a CBD e-cigarette online. But when one clothing item was unavailable, the seller substituted five CBD vapes, without warning him that these products were illegal in Qatar, despite their widespread and visible use. He was jailed for 23 days before being released and allowed to return home to England. He believed the matter was over. It wasn’t. Months later, he learned that Qatari authorities had prosecuted him in absentia, sentencing him to three months in prison and a fine of around US$2,500. Shocked and alarmed, he feared the next step would be an INTERPOL Red Notice, a tool Qatar has notoriously misused in the past. One of the most well-known examples is the case of Scottish national Conor Howard , who was allowed to leave Qatar, only to be reported to INTERPOL later. He was arrested while on holiday in Greece and detained for four months awaiting extradition proceedings. Although he ultimately won his case, the ordeal inflicted serious harm on him and his family. “Conor’s case really stuck with my client,”  said Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Doha and Due Process International. “He was blindsided by a Red Notice after being allowed to leave Qatar, exactly the kind of scenario we were determined to prevent.” He engaged Radha Stirling, an two decades long expert in the field and founder of IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform  who also represented Conor Howard. Stirling launched a preventative submission to INTERPOL. The goal was to block any potential Red Notice before it could be issued, highlighting Qatar’s history of abuse, the disproportionality of the charges, and the human rights concerns involved. The outcome was a clear success. The client was neither listed nor detained, and his ability to travel remains fully protected. “Travelling is massively important to me, and the ability to do so safely is a huge relief,” he said. “I’m incredibly grateful to Radha for protecting my freedom. Her support has been invaluable.” Radha Stirling commented, “Qatar’s misuse of INTERPOL as a tool of retaliation is well-documented. Like in Conor Howard’s case, the aim is not extradition, but to cause disruption and distress. Our job is to stop that abuse before it starts and in this case, we did.” If you’re concerned about a potential Red Notice from Qatar or another Gulf country, contact us now for a confidential assessment. Acting early can mean the difference between freedom and detention. Radha Stirling , CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

Interpol prevention for British man prosecuted over Vapes in Qatar

British Man Spared INTERPOL Red Notice After Qatar Vape Arrest

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UAE Extradites Sean McGovern in Image Makeover Attempt But Rule of Law Remains in Question Dublin, Ireland:  30 May 2025 Extradition expert Radha Stirling warns the Emirates remains a dangerous jurisdiction despite headline-grabbing extradition The United Arab Emirates has extradited Sean McGovern, an alleged associate of the Kinahan cartel, to Ireland in a move widely portrayed as a sign that the country is no longer a haven for transnational crime. But according to Radha Stirling , an Interpol and Extradition expert and founder of Detained in Dubai , the action is less about judicial reform and more about managing international optics. “This extradition is being used as a public relations exercise,” Stirling said. “The UAE wants to shed its reputation as a criminal safe haven, especially under pressure from Interpol, the FATF, and Western allies. But one extradition doesn’t reflect meaningful change in a legal system that remains opaque, politicised, and lacking in basic due process.” Stirling, who has represented dozens of clients facing wrongful detention, politicised prosecutions, and retaliatory extradition attempts in the UAE, warns that the Emirates remains an unpredictable and unsafe jurisdiction for anyone who finds themselves accused, whether fairly or not. “Extraditions from the UAE are rarely the result of impartial legal proceedings. More often, they are part of political or diplomatic bargaining. Quid pro quo arrangements that have little to do with justice. This makes it incredibly dangerous for anyone with business disputes, political enemies, or public profiles that might make them a target.” While the UAE’s cooperation in extraditing McGovern is likely to be promoted as a gesture of good faith, Stirling says it must be viewed in the broader context of selective enforcement and strategic image management. “The UAE continues to host high-profile individuals facing serious international scrutiny. Yet enforcement appears to depend not on the strength of evidence, but on whether the person in question is politically and economically expendable. There is no consistency or transparency and that should deeply concern Ireland and all countries engaging in extradition treaties with the UAE.” Stirling is also founder of IPEX Reform and Due Process International , organisations which have repeatedly raised concerns over abuse of INTERPOL systems and misuse of bilateral extradition agreements. “McGovern’s extradition will be used to polish the UAE’s image. But the same risks remain, including arbitrary arrests, lack of fair trials, and politically motivated prosecutions. It is vital that Western governments approach such cooperation with caution and scrutiny.” Despite repeated marketing efforts by the UAE to present itself as a modern and law-abiding partner in global security, Stirling warns that the fundamental legal landscape remains unchanged, putting foreign nationals at risk. ENDS For further comment or interviews with Radha Stirling: 📧 press@detainedindubai.org 📞 +44 (0)20 7222 5272 🌐   www.detainedindubai.org

UAE Extradites Sean McGovern in Image Makeover Attempt

Extradition expert Radha Stirling warns the Emirates remains a dangerous jurisdiction despite headline-grabbing extradition

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Dubai Media Office spending fortune on international public relations This week, Channel Nine’s Today Show  has been broadcasting live from Dubai’s Atlantis, The Palm . The series of segments is widely viewed as part of a broader UAE-led image campaign targeting Australian audiences. The program featured luxury lifestyle coverage, interviews with local representatives, and tourism promotions, all framed in an overwhelmingly positive light: Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  and founder of Due Process International  has been assisting Australian citizens facing injustice and human rights abuses in the UAE for almost two decades. She persuaded Parliament to include provisions for human rights risks into the UAE-Australia Extradition Treaty when it was executed. Stirling says the broadcasts reflect a growing trend of state-curated messaging aimed at Western audiences, where media and influencer platforms are used to promote Dubai while omitting crucial facts about the country’s legal system and human rights record. “Dubai has clearly set its sights on Australia. We are seeing the UAE’s messaging appear in travel campaigns, property expos, and now mainstream television with little to no critical context,”  Stirling said.  “Segments like these are carefully orchestrated and approved at the government level. What viewers are seeing is not journalism, it is scripted public relations.” In one segment aired this week, Today Show  host Jayne Azzopardi asked whether men and women are treated equally in the UAE. The guest replied, “Women are quite lucky,” a comment Stirling says obscures the realities faced by many women in the country. “The statement that women are ‘lucky’ in the UAE is more accurate than intended because any fair or respectful treatment is indeed a matter of luck,” Stirling explained. “The legal system still allows male guardianship, and women reporting assault or seeking custody of their children are often disadvantaged by default.” Stirling also rejected claims made during the segment that people in the UAE enjoy freedom of speech. “To suggest there is free speech in the UAE is laughable,”  she said.  “Criticising the government, its leaders, or even its weather can land you in prison. Social media posts, negative hotel reviews, and discussing high-profile cases like Princess Latifa have all resulted in arrests. The entire Today segment itself would have required prior government approval. This is not a country where open debate is allowed, it’s one of the most tightly controlled media environments in the world.” A man from Northern Ireland has been detained and faces the prospect of spending Christmas in another country after leaving a negative Google review. She warns that the image of Dubai as a modern, safe destination belies the risks tourists can face. Detained in Dubai  has handled numerous cases involving Australians who have been detained or criminally prosecuted over minor infractions including social media posts, bounced cheques, or allegations arising from misunderstandings. Australian victims of rape, druggings and sexual assault have had to flee the UAE in fear of their lives and freedom. Australian businessmen have been targeted for their assets, businesses and wealth and thrown in jail so they can be looted by influential and state actors. “We have seen Australians jailed for offences that would not be crimes at all back home. Reporting a crime can lead to charges against the victim, and there is very little legal recourse once someone is caught in the system. A mere allegation is sufficient to have someone prosecuted and imprisoned and so it’s not simply a case of following the law. Anyone, however innocent, can land in jail”. Dubai’s media strategy has extended to investment expos across Australia, including recent property showcases in Sydney, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast, with upcoming events all over the country. These expos are marketed as opportunities for high-yield investments and long-term residency pathways such as the UAE Golden Visa. “There is serious money being invested into rebranding Dubai globally and Australia has become a priority market,”  Stirling said.  “That includes property roadshows, media sponsorships, and direct relationships with influencers and media producers. Foreign investors have lost hundreds of millions of dollars to Dubai’s property promises only to be duped by government owned property developers”. “Australian citizens deserve clear, balanced information, not promotional content repackaged as news. Without it, they are left unaware of the risks and too often we see people fall into dangerous legal situations they never anticipated.” Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai

Dubai Sets Its Sights on Australia as Propaganda Push Reaches National Airwaves

Dubai has clearly set its sights on Australia. Segments like these are carefully orchestrated and approved at the government level. What viewers are seeing is not journalism, it is scripted public relations

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NGO commends Trump, Rubio and JD Vance and says they hope "this marks fundamental change". US veteran and mother FREED from UAE after Trump and Rubio intervene After more than five years of wrongful detention in the United Arab Emirates, US Army veteran Robert Dobbs and his 80-year-old mother Betty have returned safely to Wisconsin, following direct intervention by former President Donald Trump and Secretary Marco Rubio. Robert Dobbs had been trapped in the UAE since a retaliatory civil case was filed against him by a British-run school in Sharjah, after he won a labour dispute over withheld end-of-service benefits. The school alleged unpaid tuition fees, and while Dobbs was unable to defend himself during COVID travel restrictions, a default judgment was issued. He became subject to a travel ban, lost his ability to work legally, and endured nearly 30 arrests over the course of five years. Despite repeated appeals to President Biden, Secretary Blinken, Vice President Harris and Senator Tammy Baldwin, Dobbs' plight remained unresolved. The US Embassy in Abu Dhabi acted after pressure from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after which UAE authorities stated they were under instructions from Rubio and President Trump to release Dobbs before the former president’s scheduled visit to the region. “I feel excited and vindicated,”  Dobbs said. “My family are so happy. After five years of being wrongfully detained in the UAE, I’m finally free and fishing with my son. I’m deeply grateful to President Trump and Secretary Rubio for stepping in when no one else would.” Dobbs and his mother flew from Dubai to Rome, then to Chicago O’Hare, before arriving in Glendale, Wisconsin on 11 May 2025. In a formal statement, Dobbs expressed his appreciation for Trump and Rubio, while criticising the Biden administration for its failure to act. After recovering from his ordeal, Dobbs issued the following statement: “I am writing to express my profound gratitude for President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's instrumental role in securing the release of my mother, Betty Dobbs, and me from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Their intervention has been nothing short of life-saving. After enduring over five years of wrongful detention, marked by fabricated legal claims and systemic neglect, we are finally returned home. We flew from Dubai to Rome, then to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, and finally to Glendale, Wisconsin on May 11, 2025. Despite my unwavering support for President Donald Trump, I faced years of indifference from the Biden administration and Democratic leaders, including President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Senator Tammy Baldwin. Their refusal to assist left us stranded and vulnerable. President Donald Trump's decisive action has not only brought us home but also restored my faith in leadership that prioritizes its citizens. I owe President Donald Trump and his administration a debt of gratitude that words cannot fully express. I am eager to contribute in any capacity to support President Donald Trump. With deepest appreciation, Robert Dobbs” Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  and founder of Due Process International , has worked on the case since its beginning. Stirling said the intervention coming from the Trump administration has been “nothing short of impressive and should alleviate concerns over human rights in this sector from other organisations. Last year, Stirling thanked Vice President JD Vance for his direct involvement in helping her clients, Joseph and Joshua Lopez from Ohio. “We’re seeing a disturbing pattern where only high-level political pressure gets results,” Stirling said. “Without Rubio, Vance or Trump, these men would likely still be detained. The embassies are inconsistent with their support, unless instructed from Washington when suddenly miracles can happen. We do deal with some great people at the embassies but generally, they’ve been prioritising cushy relations with their UAE counterparts while largely ignoring human rights of US citizens. In some cases like that of Elizabeth De Los Santos, they actively discouraged the citizen from seeking outside assistance, while simultaneously being of little help. That only serves to preserve the reputation of the Emirates at the expense of the victim. We hope that with a new administration, we will see fundamental change at the ground level”. Stirling also addressed the broader political narrative around Trump and human rights. “Human rights organisations were quick to paint Trump as a danger to international law and a threat to Americans abroad. But the reality is, in multiple cases I’ve worked on, his administration acted faster and more effectively than those who’ve claimed the moral high ground,”  she said. “When Trump chose to act, things moved. While the Biden administration failed to satisfactorily resolve Robert’s situation over several years, it was Trump and Rubio who ultimately stepped in and made his freedom possible. Politics matter in these cases because leadership decisions determine whether someone gets home or remains trapped.” Stirling continues to advocate for structural reform in diplomatic response systems so that families are not forced to rely on political intervention just to achieve basic justice. In recent years, Detained in Dubai  has seen a sharp increase in the number of Americans facing legal problems in Dubai. As UAE authorities aggressively market the country to US citizens through tourism, influencer campaigns and investment incentives, more people are being lured into a system they do not understand. Beneath the surface appeal of luxury and opportunity, Dubai’s legal environment poses serious risks. What may be considered a minor civil dispute or non-criminal matter in the United States can result in detention, travel bans and years of hardship in the Emirates. The case of Robert Dobbs is a clear example of how easily Americans can become trapped, and how heavily they must rely on external assistance to secure their release. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai

US veteran and mother FREED from UAE after Trump and Rubio intervene

After more than five years of wrongful detention in the United Arab Emirates, US Army veteran Robert Dobbs and his 80-year-old mother Betty have returned safely to Wisconsin, following direct intervention by former President Donald Trump and Secretary Marco Rubio.

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Influencer Academy to help cover up Dubai safety risks Dubai’s launch of a government-funded Influencer Academy  is being criticised as a desperate attempt to mask the country’s repressive legal system and human rights abuses behind a manufactured image of glamour and safety. The UAE’s plan to pay Western influencers to promote the country has been condemned by Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai  and CEO of Due Process International , who warns that the campaign is built on censorship, state-controlled media and outright deception. “Dubai’s marketing office offers lie upon lie. They tell the world it is safe for solo female travellers, that it is a modern, tolerant country, but behind the curtain is an authoritarian system where tourists can be jailed on a whim,” said Stirling . “This Influencer Academy is just the latest attempt to whitewash a regime that jails people for Facebook posts and punishes victims of crime.” The UAE’s media is state-controlled, crime statistics are censored, and victims of abuse are often silenced through pay-offs or threats. Stirling says the influencers being trained are unlikely to mention that leaving a negative TripAdvisor review could land you in prison, or that false accusations and hearsay are enough to get someone detained and convicted. “We have handled cases of beatings and torture in custody, wrongful arrests, and years-long detentions over flimsy or fabricated claims. Influencers might be able to pull strings to get out of trouble, some of them, but what about the everyday traveller who cannot?”  she asked. “The UAE has to spend big to whitewash the country. That alone should ring alarm bells. It is not a campaign to promote tourism; it is a campaign to cover up the truth similar to what we saw during the Princess Latifa saga." Stirling is calling for upgraded travel warnings, increased media scrutiny, and clear, visible alerts from airlines, travel companies and tourism boards. “Governments must take a firmer stand. Tourists deserve transparency, not TikToks selling them a fantasy. Before the next arrest goes viral, we need serious warnings in place, not propaganda dressed up as lifestyle content.” Detained in Dubai  has long warned that the UAE's legal system lacks due process, disproportionately targets foreigners, and is riddled with corruption and coercion. The Influencer Academy, they argue, is just the newest layer in a slickly produced facade. Radha Stirling CEO and Founder Detained in Dubai  and Due Process International

“Dubai’s Paid Influencer Army is a Facade” – Stirling Calls for Upgraded Travel Warnings Amid Propaganda Push

Stirling says the influencers being trained are unlikely to mention that leaving a negative TripAdvisor review could land you in prison

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Appeal for indictment and Interpol warrant against British citizen to be dropped FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE With Virgil Griffith Released, Advocates Call on Trump’s Pro-Crypto Administration to Drop IEEPA Case Against British National Chris Emms 10 April 2025 - The recent release of former Ethereum Foundation developer Virgil Griffith marks a turning point in the U.S. government’s high-profile attempt to criminalise blockchain dialogue with North Korea. Griffith, a U.S. citizen, served approximately three years of a 63-month sentence before being freed earlier this month. Yet despite this development, British citizen Chris Emms remains effectively exiled under an Interpol Red Notice, still facing charges under the same legal theory, despite never being a U.S. person, having no ties to the United States, and playing no role involving U.S. entities or jurisdiction. Chris stands accused of conspiring under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a statute explicitly designed to apply to U.S. persons. As a non-U.S. citizen, Emms never resided in the U.S., conducted no business with U.S. entities, and is being targeted solely for participating in a cryptocurrency conference in Pyongyang in 2019, an event that also featured public talks widely available online. The prosecution of Chris Emms under IEEPA is legally tenuous and politically motivated. The SDNY even attempted to prosecute another foreign citizen who merely attended the same conference, a striking example of jurisdictional overreach. In 2022, Saudi Arabia denied a U.S. extradition request, citing a lack of dual criminality, and released Chris after eight months in custody. Since then, he has remained in limbo, with his travel restricted and his life indefinitely stalled. With the advent of a new Trump administration that has pledged to embrace cryptocurrency innovation, advocates are now urging the U.S. government to review and dismiss the Emms case. “If the U.S. is serious about supporting crypto and restoring the rule of law,” one supporter said, “it must recognise that Chris Emms is not a criminal, he’s a casualty of prosecutorial overreach.” Radha Stirling of Due Process International has already submitted formal appeals to senior Trump advisers Pam Bondi and Kash Patel, urging them to intervene and correct this clear miscarriage of justice. “I’ve lost years of my life over an accusation that has no legal basis,” said Chris Emms. “I’m not an American. I broke no British laws. It’s time for this nightmare to end.” Emms reiterated, “I’m not an American, and I’m not a U.S. person. I broke no British or international laws. It’s time for this nightmare to end. I attended a crypto conference because it was legal to do so and because the Trump administration was building bridges with the nation at the time. It wasn’t taboo to do so and I was advised by my own government that it was perfectly legal.” Virgil Griffith has served his time. Chris Emms was never America’s to prosecute in the first place. Stirling added, “Crypto entrepreneurs and technology creators have been targeted by the callus SDNY with many young innovators intimidated into guilty pleas, even when they’re innocent. We hope for major change under the new FBI and DOJ whom we have approached to review this case”. It’s time to end this farce. Calls to drop unfair FBI case against British citizen Campaign to Support Chris Emms Freedom for Chris Emms #freedom4chris Radha Stirling  founder and CEO of Due Process International

Virgil Griffith Freed, But UK Citizen Still Targeted: Calls to Drop Emms Case Grow

British citizen Chris Emms remains effectively exiled under an Interpol Red Notice, still facing charges under the same legal theory, despite never being a U.S. person, having no ties to the United States, and playing no role involving U.S. entities or jurisdiction.

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Relief for Canadian family as man sentenced to LIFE in prison is released from Dubai Mississauga, ON – Maurice Kevin O’Rourke, the 64-year-old Canadian who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the United Arab Emirates for possessing medical cannabis to manage his Addison’s disease, has been freed following an appeal and has returned safely home. His release comes after a months-long campaign led by Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Detained in Dubai . O’Rourke received his final judgment on 26 February 2025 and was released shortly thereafter, arriving home in Canada on the 1st of March . Although originally handed a life sentence, the court reduced the punishment to a 10,000 AED fine , which was deemed paid by time served. He was not deported, but did pay a visa overstay fine before departing the UAE. His wife Pamela thanked Stirling, “He received his judgement on Feb 26, was released and was home on March 1. Since he got home, he has been working on regaining his health, which continues to be a struggle after 8 months of not receiving the proper medication. I still find it hard to understand, but after so much uncertainty, fear and anxiety, we are quietly enjoying being home and just regrouping." “Thank you once again Radha”. Radha Stirling, who has worked with the Canadian government on multiple cases, including that of André Gauthier , who faced nearly 70 criminal charges before being freed, called the result a success: “Kevin was undoubtedly handed an effective death sentence. We are very happy to have helped him return safely home to Canada.”  Stirling took the opportunity to issue a broader warning to travellers: “People need to realise they can face lengthy imprisonment in the UAE simply for possessing common pharmaceutical or prescription medications. Travellers must be cautious and aware of the laws in their transit and destination countries.” She encouraged travellers to download the Detained in Dubai emergency help app and contact the organisation immediately if facing any legal difficulty: “Swift intervention is the key. Contacting us early and getting our legal team working on your case can completely change the outcome. If you’ve visited Dubai before, take our risk assessment quiz to see if you have a high likelihood of facing arrest. Many of the cases we have helped in could have been prevented if the traveller had checked their status in advance”. The case of Maurice Kevin O’Rourke has underscored the life-altering consequences that travellers can face under UAE law and the critical importance of early legal intervention.   Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Detained in Dubai . For full contact details please click here .

Canadian man’s Dubai life sentence is overturned and he arrives safely home

Maurice O’Rourke imprisoned in UAE for possessing medical cannabis, home in Canada after campaign by Radha Stirling CEO of Detained in Dubai

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Maria Kovalchuk Case Highlights Ongoing Dangers for Women in Dubai 26 March 2025 " While Dubai police are claiming she “fell”, they are also the same people who claimed Princess Latifa was “safe and happy" in the "loving care of her family” says, Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai . "They also claimed Lee Bradley Brown somehow beat himself to death in police custody. "The circumstances surrounding Maria Kovalchuk’s battered body must be independently investigated. We can expect to hear all sorts of stories from Dubai’s media office and police but they should not be taken at face value as they have a proven track record of cover ups. "We should also recognise that the truth about safety in Dubai has been covered up for decades. It is illegal for the media to report on incidents that are detrimental to the positive image of the country, government or police and they risk criminal sanctions for doing so. Dubai maintains the image that it is one of the safest places in the world and tourists would have the impression that they are completely safe from violent crime but this is completely untrue based on the numerous reports we have received over the past almost two decades. None of these reports ended up in the crime statistics, they were stories that were swept under the rug, even to the point of authorities refusing to investigate or prosecute the accused in the face of overwhelming evidence. "Women have become particularly vulnerable in Dubai because of the justice system. Those who live there, who are familiar with the system and largely immune from ramifications for their own legal violations, threaten their victims with travel bans, criminal complaints or worse if they do not comply. They tell their victims that they will be locked up if they dare try to make a police complaint and they are not wrong. "The British and Australian Embassies have warned female victims of violent and sexual assaults to abandon any plans to report the crime because they themselves could end up in prison. Instead, the numerous victims have fled the country. Keep in mind, I am speaking of Western women here, many of them in professional positions including lawyers. Imagine the women in more vulnerable positions? Domestic and hotel staff are particularly vulnerable as are entertainers and models who are likely to be seen as objects for exploitation. Then we have women from Africa and Asia who are frequently abused and exploited with no recourse. "It doesn’t help that influencers and models continue to promote Dubai as a glamorous, luxurious and safe destination, often ignoring the darker realities behind the scenes. Many influencers accept all-expenses-paid trips in exchange for positive content, effectively becoming part of the public relations machinery. Their posts paint a picture of perfection that draws in tourists and business, while the systemic issues of injustice, censorship and exploitation remain hidden from view. "And despite the impression that Dubai is a very strict, moral and law abiding society, this does not apply to the rulers, the VIP’s and those with “Wasta”, the types who are employing foreign women, hosting events and parties where such exploitation is likely to take place. "The case of Maria Kovalchuk highlights a much deeper issue within Dubai’s justice system and public image. When the authorities controlling the narrative have a history of misinformation and cover-ups, their claims warrant scepticism, not trust. Beneath the city’s carefully curated image lies a reality in which victims, particularly women, are left without protection or justice. Until there is transparency, accountability and an end to the impunity enjoyed by those in power, the illusion of safety in Dubai remains just that, an illusion." Radha Stirling sheds light on appalling rights for women in the Middle East - Princess Latifa & Haya Apprentice Star's Dubai Hell Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai

Beyond the Instagram Fantasy: The Hidden Dangers for Women in Dubai

The case of Maria Kovalchuk highlights a much deeper issue within Dubai’s justice system and public image.

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Is Uzbekistan safe for investment? 26 March 2025 In a recent article published by Modern Diplomacy , human rights advocate Radha Stirling sheds light on the intricate challenges facing Uzbekistan's judiciary and governance. Her insights reveal a nation at a pivotal crossroads, grappling with internal reforms and external pressures that could shape its future trajectory. ​ Unveiling Systemic Judicial Issues Stirling draws attention to specific cases that highlight deep-seated problems within Uzbekistan's judicial system. She references the trial of Shukhrat Rasulov and Javlon Yunusov, accused in an alleged assassination attempt on businessman Komil Allamjonov. Both defendants claimed their confessions were extracted under severe duress, implicating agencies like the State Security Service (SGB) and the Prosecutor’s Office in harsh interrogation methods and potential fabrication of charges. Such incidents underscore the urgent need for comprehensive judicial reforms to ensure fairness and transparency. The Geopolitical Implications Beyond domestic concerns, Stirling emphasizes the broader geopolitical ramifications of Uzbekistan's internal challenges. She warns that persistent judicial corruption and political interference could compromise the nation's sovereignty, making it susceptible to external influences from powers like Russia, China, and Turkey. This perspective aligns with geopolitical theories suggesting that internal instability in pivotal regions can invite external domination, underscoring the strategic importance of robust governance. Potential International Repercussions Stirling also highlights the looming threat of international sanctions under the Magnitsky Act, which targets officials implicated in human rights abuses and corruption. She notes that Uzbekistan has already seen individuals, including Gulnara Karimova, daughter of former President Islam Karimov, added to the Magnitsky list. The recent inclusion of three former Uzbek officials accused of abuses further amplifies concerns. Such sanctions not only tarnish the nation's global image but also pose economic and diplomatic challenges. A Call for Comprehensive Reform Stirling's analysis serves as a clarion call for Uzbekistan to undertake holistic reforms. Addressing judicial shortcomings, combating corruption, and ensuring political accountability are imperative steps. These measures are not just about internal stability but are crucial for maintaining Uzbekistan's strategic autonomy and reinforcing its role as a key player in Central Asia. In conclusion, Radha Stirling's insights provide a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted challenges Uzbekistan faces. Her emphasis on the interplay between internal governance and external pressures offers a roadmap for the nation to navigate its current predicaments and emerge stronger on the global stage. Radha Stirling , CEO of Due Process International

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Another Interpol Red Notice deleted March 2025 – Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai  and the IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform initiative, has successfully secured the removal of a wrongful Interpol Red Notice issued by the UAE in connection with a civil banking dispute. In addition to clearing her client’s name, Stirling provided expert testimony in support of his US immigration visa application that was in jeopardy over the Red Notice, helping restore the client’s freedom to travel and rebuild his professional life. The case involved a long-term Gulf resident who was wrongfully listed on Interpol’s database over a voided security cheque, despite having formally restructured the underlying loan with the bank. The cheque, rendered invalid under the new agreement, was later used to obtain a conviction in absentia, triggering an international alert through Interpol. Stirling submitted a comprehensive legal petition to ensure the Red Notice’s removal which was accepted by Interpol’s head office in Lyon. Beyond the Interpol victory, Stirling also provided expert testimony in support of the individual’s US immigration case, helping to secure their ability to travel and work without restriction. “This was a textbook case of how Red Notices can be exploited in financial disputes,” said Stirling. “Interpol was never intended to serve as a debt collection tool, and we’re proud to have helped ensure justice prevailed in this instance.” Stirling and the IPEX initiative continue to campaign for systemic reform of Interpol procedures to prevent politically or financially motivated misuse. Radha Stirling offers a comprehensive service for individuals facing Interpol related challenges, including status checks, preventative action, legal analysis, and permanent removal of Red Notices. With almost twenty years of experience in international law, Interpol, extradition, and human rights, she provides expert guidance at every stage, from identifying potential risks to delivering full legal resolutions. She has deep expertise and a proven track record in protecting freedom of movement and defending against abuse of global policing systems. Home | IPEX Reform Radha Stirling , CEO & founder of Due Process International , Detained in Dubai  and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform Click for more contact details.

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20 year old Maria Kovalchuk was found dumped on a Dubai road with broken limbs and spine After 20 year old Ukrainian OnlyFans model, Maria Kovalchuk, was found battered in the streets of Dubai, Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai , has reminded us that the UAE is not as "crime free" as it is made out to be.  Stirling, who has worked with many women who have experienced violence or injustice in the UAE, says the case highlights a wider pattern of abuse that is too often silenced, ignored and absolutely not included in crime statistics. "Dubai is relentlessly marketed as a safe, glamorous, crime-free destination, but for many women, the reality has been one of trauma, injustice and silence. Over the years, I’ve worked with numerous women who have been raped, drugged, assaulted or abducted in the UAE, and then treated as criminals themselves when they tried to report it. "The latest case, involving a Ukrainian OnlyFans model who was found injured and distressed in the street after reportedly meeting a man who claimed to have powerful connections, is deeply concerning.  Tragically, the circumstances echo a well-established pattern in the UAE, where serious incidents involving women are rarely reflected in official statistics, and alleged perpetrators often face no consequences due to influence, connections, or official indifference. "It is not uncommon in the UAE for women to be lured under false pretences and then coerced or even forced into unwanted sexual acts. Those who commit such abuses often face no consequences, while victims are left in extremely vulnerable positions, frequently threatened with police complaints or arrest by influential individuals if they attempt to report the crime. Women need to be aware that real risks do exist, and for many, these encounters have ended in violence. Such cases are rarely reflected in the UAE’s official crime statistics, and embassies typically fail to issue any warnings about these dangers prior to travel. "Apprentice TV star, Selina Waterman-Smith, was abducted then gang-raped in Dubai and bravely spoke out, only to be met with disbelief and silence from authorities. Instead of investigating and prosecuting her attackers, the system sought to suppress her story.   It was only through her tenacious pursuit of justice that her assailants were ultimately convicted. Roxanne Hillier, a South African woman, was imprisoned for 'adultery' even though medical examinations confirmed there had been no sexual activity. In both cases, and many others, women were punished, not protected. "Many victims have been too frightened to report assault or rape to authorities, fully aware that they may themselves, face arrest.  Instead, they have confided their abuse in us or in some cases, spoken to media after their safe return home. "Dubai’s justice system routinely fails victims of sexual violence, especially foreign women. Many are too frightened to report crimes at all, knowing they risk arrest under outdated morality laws that criminalise sex outside of marriage (if married), sex in certain locations and adultery, regardless of consent. Some victims are drugged in hotels, wake up traumatised, and are told by police that they will be charged if they file a complaint. This cannot continue. The UAE must be held accountable for whitewashing its reputation while sweeping serious crimes under the rug. Until women can report sexual assault without fear of reprisal, and until perpetrators are prosecuted regardless of their status, Dubai cannot claim to be a safe destination. Real reform is long overdue.  Tourists and expats should not be under the misapprehension that Dubai is "safe" when serious and violent attacks continue to occur". Stirling added that she hoped Ms Kovalchuk has medical insurance as she will not be able to leave the country unless the hospital bills are paid. Stirling has represented numerous women over the past 17 years, including Princess Latifa and most recently, domestic assault victim Tori Towey , who was charged with attempted suicide after fleeing violence.   "There is a perception that Dubai has changed, that its improved but the only reason for that is the unlimited marketing budget and state controlled media". Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai

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Mario Nawfal sits down with Christopher Douglas Emms, a target of New York's anti crypto task force. Mario Nawfal’s 69 X Minutes Airs Explosive Interview with Chris Emms from Moscow, Amid Calls for U.S. Investigation London,  UK  – In a powerful and revealing episode of 69 X Minutes, investigative journalist and X Host Mario Nawfal sat down with Chris Emms in Moscow, where he remains under asylum following a politically charged legal battle with the United States.  Chris Emms, a British citizen and blockchain expert, found himself at the centre of an international legal storm after being accused by the U.S. government of violating sanctions laws. His alleged crime? Not providing false witness testimony in another case and providing publicly available information on blockchain technology at a conference in North Korea. Despite having no financial dealings with the country, he was targeted by U.S. authorities, facing the threat of extradition and a potential 20-year prison sentence. Forced to flee, Emms sought asylum in Moscow, where he remains today, fighting for his freedom and challenging what he describes as politically motivated persecution. His case has drawn international attention, sparking debates on government overreach, the misuse of extradition laws, and the broader implications for global free speech and technology education. The episode, titled "The Brit Who Defied the U.S. and Paid the Price" , offers an unprecedented look into Emms' fight for justice and his ongoing struggle for freedom.  It details corrupt practices coming from the Southern District of New York (SDNY) FBI office and is a must watch. The interview has sparked significant online discussion. Emms shared his reaction to the episode: Meanwhile, Radha Stirling , a leading legal advocate and founder of Due Process International , has formally written to Pam Bondi and Kash Patel, urging an investigation into the handling of Emms' case by U.S. authorities and a withdrawal of the anti-crypto-motivated indictment. Stirling, who is an Interpol and extradition expert, has been assisting Chris since he was first arrested in Saudi Arabia.  She has been vocal about the UK government’s failure to protect its own citizens from international political disputes and in the episode, Chris reveals that the British government offered him no assistance when detained in Saudi, suggesting he will be put “on a plane in a few hours”. As Emms continues to seek justice, a growing movement has emerged in support of his case. The Freedom for Chris campaign is advocating for international legal intervention and raising awareness about the potential misuse of U.S. extradition laws. More details on the campaign can be found at www.chrisemms.com Freedom for Chris – Official Website The full interview is now available for streaming , providing a rare and unfiltered look at Emms’ story and the international ramifications of his case. About 69 X Minutes: 69 X Minutes is a globally recognized investigative journalism programme dedicated to uncovering compelling, high-stakes political and legal stories. Watch the interview on YouTube: Help Chris: Freedom for Chris Emms | Campaign to Support Chris Emms Chris Emms Press Pack: Radha Stirling - CEO at Due Process International

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Written by: Theodoros Benakis for europeaninterest.eu  - March 13, 2025 Radha Stirling , CEO of Due Process International  and Detained in Dubai Earlier this year, Uzbekistan found itself at the centre of international human rights organisations’ attention following a series of alarming events within the country’s judicial system. A closed military trial held in Tashkent sparked concerns among human rights activists, who claim that the verdict was based on testimonies obtained through unacceptable interrogation methods. Against this backdrop, Uzbekistan’s judiciary has been under intense international scrutiny over the past two months. The catalyst for this attention is the case involving an alleged assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov  — a powerful businessman and former senior official in the presidential administration. To better understand the situation, we spoke with Radha Stirling , a prominent lawyer and human rights advocate specialising in human rights issues in the Middle East and Central Asia. According to her, this case is a stark indicator of the deep-rooted problems within Uzbekistan’s judicial system, where pressure from the authorities and a lack of transparency remain significant barriers to meaningful reform. European Interest:   Radha, why has the Komil Allamjonov case attracted such attention from human rights organisations? Radha Stirling:  This case highlights the systemic issues facing Uzbekistan’s judiciary. The defendants, Shukhrat Rasulov  and Javlon Yunusov , claimed in court that their confessions were extracted under intense pressure during harsh interrogations. The investigation was conducted by a task force comprising officers from Uzbekistan’s State Security Service (SSB), the Prosecutor’s Office, and the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD) of the Uzbek capital. This department has been implicated in several cases involving harsh interrogation methods and, according to reports from human rights organisations, has a record of fabricating criminal cases. This is unacceptable if the Uzbek authorities were genuinely seeking to uncover the true motives behind the unusual attempt on the life of such an influential figure — a former senior member of the presidential administration, Allamjonov. Notably, at a certain point, the investigation and the suspects were transferred from the State Security Service to the Main Department of Internal Affairs, since one of the suspects, Shukhrat Rasulov, had previously served in the SSB. It’s important to highlight that the convicted individuals believe the verdict was fabricated and have filed an appeal against the decision of the closed military court. European Interest:   Does this suggest that certain forces were unhappy with how the SSB conducted the investigation and sought to expose it? Radha Stirling:  It appears so. The interrogations of Shukhrat Rasulov were later handled by officers from Tashkent’s Main Department of Internal Affairs. According to our monitoring group, the process was overseen by senior officials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and GUVD. Specifically, Saidakbar Pulatov  and Mansur Mirkhamidov  from the GUVD were reportedly involved in overseeing the investigation. European Interest:   The case materials mention potential violations during the investigation. What are the international standards in such cases? Radha Stirling:  International norms require a thorough investigation of such allegations. Amnesty International and the UN Committee Against Torture have already documented cases of harsh treatment of detainees in Uzbekistan. According to reports, between 2010 and 2013 alone, there were 336 complaints of torture and pressure, but only six cases made it to court. These figures speak for themselves. The lack of effective oversight by independent monitors allows harsh interrogation methods to remain part of the system. European Interest:   What could be the consequences of this case for Uzbekistan’s international standing? Radha Stirling:  Human rights organisations usually pursue such cases to their conclusion and engage international bodies and governments. This could lead to serious repercussions. For instance, in 2004, photos and testimonies of abuse at Abu Ghraib prison sparked an international scandal and severely damaged the reputation of the United States. The situation in Uzbekistan could develop along similar lines if corrective measures are not taken. Discussions are already underway about the potential imposition of personal sanctions under the Magnitsky Act against several Uzbek officials. Notably, Uzbekistan is already represented on the Magnitsky list by Gulnara Karimova , the daughter of the late Uzbek president. Several law enforcement officials are also named. Additionally, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added three former Uzbek officials to the Magnitsky list, accusing them of sexual crimes  against residents of a charitable institution in Urgench. European Interest:   Reports suggest that international organisations may push for sanctions. How realistic is this scenario? Radha Stirling:  Western countries have so far avoided taking tough measures against Uzbekistan, but the situation is changing. Official appeals are already being submitted to the US Congress, the State Department, the UK Foreign Office, and EU institutions. If sanctions are imposed, Uzbek security officials could face asset freezes, travel bans to Western countries, and blocked bank accounts. This would be the first time Uzbekistan could face personal accountability for the fabrication of criminal cases. European Interest: What aspects of Uzbekistan’s law enforcement practices require particular attention? Radha Stirling:  In recent years, Uzbekistan has seen a rise in the number of convictions. For example, in 2019, 6,955 people were sentenced to imprisonment; by 2022, this figure had risen to 17,610. The number of life sentences increased from zero in 2019 to 11 by March 2023. These figures reflect a growing trend of repressive measures within the country’s criminal justice system. Moreover, the notorious 7th Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and GUVD of Tashkent has been implicated in several cases involving abuse of power and harsh interrogation methods. One of the most shocking cases involved the death of Donierbek Usmanov , who died after interrogations in 2023. Notably, Mansur Mirkhamidov’s name surfaced in this case as well. An independent examination revealed numerous injuries, but the criminal case against law enforcement officers was closed. European Interest:   What steps could be taken to minimise such risks in the future? Radha Stirling:  The key step is independent oversight of investigative bodies and judicial processes. International monitors should be granted access to oversee criminal cases involving potential human rights violations. Moreover, implementing reforms in the law enforcement system and increasing transparency in investigations could significantly improve the situation. European Interest: How do you think the international community will respond to the current situation? Radha Stirling:  If the situation continues to unfold in this direction, we could expect not only sanctions but also increased diplomatic pressure on Uzbekistan. History shows that countries facing such challenges either undertake reforms or face international isolation. Much now depends on the path Uzbekistan’s authorities choose to take. Ignoring these problems could lead to reputational and economic consequences. Thanks to Theodoros Benakis and European Interest  - all content on European Interest site is " freely available ". - the original article can be found in full on their website, here . Radha Stirling is CEO of Due Process International  and Detained in Dubai

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PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release 11 March 2025 KASH PATEL APPOINTMENT GIVES NEW HOPE TO CHRIS EMMS, A BRITISH CITIZEN TARGETED BY THE FBI DURING THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION’S WAR AGAINST CRYPTOCURRENCY. LONDON  – Due Process International  has called upon FBI Director Kash Patel to immediately review the unjust and politically motivated indictment against British citizen and cryptocurrency expert Christopher Douglas Emms. The indictment, brought forward during the Biden administration’s war against cryptocurrency, represents yet another example of prosecutorial overreach and legal intimidation by the U.S. Department of Justice. In a formal letter addressed to FBI Director Kash Patel, Due Process International’s CEO, Radha Stirling , highlights the grave concerns surrounding the case, including jurisdictional overreach, coercion attempts, and the weaponization of U.S. legal authority against foreign nationals, something that would never be accepted by the US in reverse. Chris Emms, a British citizen and blockchain expert, was indicted under the U.S. International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) in 2022 for allegedly conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions on North Korea. The indictment stems from his participation in a 2019 Pyongyang Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Conference, where he alleged he discussed publicly available, open-source information on blockchain technology—material that can be found on Google’s front page. The case against Emms is not only baseless but also politically driven. At the time of the conference, President Trump was actively engaging in diplomatic talks with North Korea, fostering communication and economic discussions. No UK or international laws were broken, and before travelling, Emms checked with the British embassy to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Stirling has criticised the move along with then Member of Parliament, Crispin Blunt, as an attack on the sovereignty of the United Kingdom. “British citizens with no connection to the US should not be required to know or to follow American laws. How would America feel if China suddenly demanded foreigners abide by their laws even when they are not Chinese and not in China. It’s absolutely ridiculous and leaves the door open for serious and politically motivated abuse against rivals by the US. Cryptocurrency experts may feel safe under the new US administration but should never be unsafe and we urge Republicans to review these outdated laws that are being weaponized by the SDNY and DOJ”. Jurisdictional Overreach : Chris Emms is not a US person, was not living in the US and was not required to follow US law any more than any other British citizen. The U.S. has no legal authority to prosecute a British national for actions that occurred outside U.S. territory, particularly when no American laws were violated by UK legal standards. No foreign national has ever been successfully convicted at trial under IEEPA and IEEPA specifically states it does not apply to non-US persons. The corrupt SDNY has tried to tie Chris to IEEPA by making him responsible for another US citizen who attended the conference. Saudi Arabia Rejected U.S. Extradition Request despite Biden’s best diplomatic efforts : Emms was detained in Saudi Arabia under U.S. pressure for months, yet Saudi authorities denied Washington’s politically motivated request for extradition, recognising the lack of merit in the case. FBI Coercion Attempts : The FBI attempted to pressure Emms into providing false testimony against other figures in the cryptocurrency industry in exchange for leniency. He refused to lie, and in retaliation, the FBI escalated their pursuit, adding him to the "Most Wanted" list and to Interpol. False Conspiracy Allegations : Emms is being wrongfully linked to Virgil Griffith, a U.S. citizen who also attended the Pyongyang conference. The indictment falsely claims conspiracy simply because they were at the same event. This was a tactic to pressure Emms into providing false testimony against other high-value cryptocurrency targets. SDNY Prosecutors : Kimberly J. Ravener and Kyle A. Wirshba , the same Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) who have pursued controversial January 6 prosecutions, were responsible for liaising with Emms and orchestrating the indictment. They have been cited for withholding exculpatory evidence, raising serious concerns about their credibility. This indictment is not about justice or national security; it is an attempt to silence, control, and intimidate individuals within the cryptocurrency space who refused to comply with the Biden administration’s agenda. The U.S. is setting a dangerous precedent by using its legal system as a tool of global enforcement, punishing foreign nationals for actions that are not illegal in their home countries. Radha Stirling, CEO of Due Process International, stated: “This is yet another example of the U.S. weaponizing its justice system to control financial independence and intimidate those who refuse to bow to its economic policies. The indictment against Chris Emms is an abuse of process, an attack on fundamental freedoms, and a blatant attempt to manufacture cooperation through coercion. If this was a genuine legal matter, the UK or Saudi Arabia would have taken action themselves, but they have not. The FBI must immediately review this baseless case.” Due Process International is urging Director Kash Patel and the FBI to conduct an immediate review of the indictment and the political motivations behind this case. For further details, a press pack  has been made available. Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International Twitter  - Facebook  - Linkedin Media Contact: Due Process International Email: info@dueprocess.international Phone: +44 207 060 6900 Website: https://www.dueprocess.international/

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www.interpolrednotice.com UAE Banks pose Interpol risk to struggling customers Radha Stirling, a recognised expert in Interpol and extradition with almost two decades experience deleting Interpol Red Notices and defending clients against extradition, and the founder of Detained in Dubai and IPEX Reform , has taken decisive action to prevent the wrongful issuance of a Red Notice against a Danish national targeted by a UAE bank. This case underscores a growing concern, banks using Interpol as a tool to criminalise debt and mortgage defaults, rather than resolving financial matters through proper legal channels. The woman moved to the UAE to build her career and took out a mortgage with Dubai Islamic Bank to finance a Nakheel off-plan property.  After securing stable employment, she was confident in her financial commitments. However, a series of unexpected events changed her circumstances. She was made redundant due to internal changes at her company, denied her rightful severance pay, and even had her passport confiscated by her employer, preventing her from securing new employment. With no means to work legally in the UAE, she struggled to keep up with mortgage repayments but continued paying for as long as she could. Despite her efforts to find a resolution with the bank, she was met with threats rather than cooperation. She was forced to leave the UAE in order to avoid becoming trapped in a cycle of debt and legal entanglements. Instead of handling the matter as a civil financial dispute, the bank opted to escalate its approach, threatening an Interpol Red Notice. This is a common strategy used by financial institutions in the UAE, which exploit loopholes to present debts as fraud in order to justify Red Notices. The consequences of such a notice can be devastating, leading to travel restrictions, arrest, and reputational damage, even when no crime has been committed. Recognising the urgency of the situation, Radha Stirling has taken proactive steps to ensure that Interpol does not allow its system to be misused. She has filed a preventative application to Interpol to challenge any potential Red Notice and to keep her client safe.  Ms Stirling's work continues to protect individuals from unjust persecution by financial institutions using Interpol as a debt collection agency. Ms Stirling says, "We tackle risks for clients directly with banks, negotiating solutions and seeking resolutions to financial disputes. Our services include Interpol prevention, removal, and extradition defence, as well as legal representation for those wishing to return to Dubai safely. Even if you are currently stuck in Dubai under a travel ban, there is always a solution."  Stirling and her team have extensive experience defending clients against wrongful Red Notices and extradition requests, while also providing strategic legal solutions to help individuals regain their freedom and resolve their financial challenges. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai Twitter  - Facebook  - Linkedin

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Tara Reade has launched a $100m lawsuit against the FBI Legal and human rights expert Radha Stirling will be hosting a live X Spaces discussion this Thursday the 6th of March to examine the latest lawsuit filed by Tara Reade against President Joe Biden’s FBI, Director Christopher Wray, and Attorney General Merrick Garland. The lawsuit, seeking $100 million in damages, raises significant concerns regarding political targeting, government overreach, and civil liberties. The live event will take place on Thursday, March 6, at 14:30 EST / 19:30 GMT , where Stirling and guests will break down the case, discuss its legal and political implications, and take audience questions. Tara Reade , a former Senate staffer and well-known whistleblower, has been vocal about Biden's misconduct and weaponization in Washington and the challenges she has faced since coming forward. Her lawsuit against key figures in the Biden administration adds another layer to an already contentious political climate. Join the discussion live and bring your questions. About Radha Stirling Radha Stirling is the founder of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International , organizations dedicated to advocating for justice and human rights. With expertise in legal defense, government accountability, and political persecution cases, Stirling has assisted numerous individuals facing wrongful imprisonment, extradition, and suppression of free speech. MEDIA CONTACT: Radha Stirling . CEO at Due Process International . (+447309114195)

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Tucker Carlson interviewed Tara Reade in 2024 again. Press Release:   Washington, D.C. In a bombshell move that is already sending shockwaves through political circles, Tara Reade, the woman who went public about Joe Biden’s sexual assault of her, has filed an amended tort complaint against the FBI, the United States Department of Justice, former Attorney General Merrick Garland , and FBI Director Christopher Wray . Through her attorney, Reade is seeking a staggering $100 million in damages for what she alleges are flagrant violations of her state and federal constitutional rights. “The investigation and preparation of this case has exposed a level of institutional malfeasance that few ever imagined. The FBI’s systematic destruction of critical documents is a scandal that Kash Patel must investigate. Tara’s fearless truth-telling is shattering a corrupt system that has long silenced innocent victims” , says Radha Stirling , CEO of Due Process International , who has been working with Ms Reade for the past two years. Reade’s claim alleges that her initial report of sexual abuse was suppressed by congressional investigators intent on protecting Senator Biden, with records still sealed to this day. When Reade courageously spoke out again in April 2019, she was met with an immediate and aggressive retaliation. The complaint details a covert FBI operation, codenamed “Operation Cassandra” which was designed to revictimize, intimidate, and discredit her. According to the claim, the FBI launched a full-scale campaign of unlawful surveillance, hacking, and document destruction to silence her voice and protect the Biden family’s interests. Dr. Jonathan Levy, Reade’s attorney, stressed the broader implications of the case:  “This claim should be one of the top priorities for incoming FBI Director, Kash Patel. The Tara Reade claim strikes right at the heart of both the weaponization of the DOJ and FBI and the Russia collusion hoax. Tara Reade was immediately attacked by the FBI as a Russian disinformation asset in 2019, the same game plan used for the Hunter Biden laptop.” Levy highlighted the astonishing twist of fate when Reade was forced to seek asylum in Russia in 2023 after a stark warning from former Congressman Matt Gaetz, who alerted her that her arrest was imminent. Gaetz and Reade had been collaborating to secure the original 1993 report on the Biden sexual abuse case, a document that has the potential to rewrite history. This explosive lawsuit not only seeks justice for Tara Reade but also aims to expose a corrupt system that has weaponized law enforcement against those brave enough to speak the truth. By drawing parallels to the explosive Hunter Biden laptop scandal, a controversy that ignited a firestorm of disinformation and political manipulation, Reade’s case promises to shine a light on decades of deep state abuse. Ms Stirling is raising the case to relevant representatives and authorities, “I'm actively reaching out to key representatives including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi to ensure that Tara Reade's claim is thoroughly investigated. We must expose and hold accountable the weaponization of the DOJ and FBI against those who dare speak truth to power or otherwise, we will continue to see this in the future”. June 2023 - The Hill Rising EXCLUSIVE: Biden Sexual Assault Accuser Tara Reade Opens Up About Why She Is Staying in Russia – Megyn Kelly Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International

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Contact Detained in Dubai  if you need help! For three years, he was stuck—trapped in the UAE under a travel ban for a debt he could never repay. A debt that not only cost him his freedom but put his life at risk. He had returned to Dubai unaware that his financial troubles would leave him stranded, unable to leave, unable to work, and—most critically—unable to access the life-saving medical care he desperately needed. Back in his home country, he had undergone major heart surgery and required regular medical supervision, tests every three months, and a constant supply of vital medications. But in Dubai, these became impossible luxuries. His artificial heart valve, long overdue for replacement, was a ticking time bomb. He had already missed his scheduled operation in 2022—two years overdue for the surgery that could save his life. And yet, despite the overwhelming odds, there was a way out. When he found us, just last month, he had lost hope. But through relentless effort, advocacy, and support, we helped him navigate the impossible. And today, finally, he is home—where he belongs, where he can access the care he needs, and where his life is no longer held hostage by debt. No one should have to choose between their health and financial restrictions. His story highlights the urgent need for change—so that no one else is forced to fight for survival in a system that should never put lives at risk. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

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Uzbekistan justice under fire as military court finds ALL guilty Uzbekistan Military Court Issues Harsh Sentences in Assassination Attempt Case Amidst Strong Criticism Tashkent, Uzbekistan – The Military Court of Uzbekistan has sentenced 10 individuals to lengthy prison terms in connection with an alleged assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov, a former staff member of the Presidential Administration. Sentences range up to 23 years, with several key defendants receiving severe penalties. Among those convicted are Shukhrat Rasulov, who was sentenced to 23 years in prison, Javlon Yunusov to 18 years and 6 months, Shokhrukh Akhmedov to 23 years, Ismoil Jahongirov to 23 years, and Doniyor Toshkhodjayev, the former First Deputy Chief of the Tashkent Main Internal Affairs Department, to 7 years. The verdicts were announced on Wednesday, as confirmed by the press service of the Supreme Court. However, the ruling has been met with strong criticism from legal experts and human rights advocates. Radha Stirling , a prominent legal advocate and founder of Due Process International , has condemned the “politically and economically motivated”  verdict as “completely baseless, without merit, and without evidence.” Stirling further confirmed that an appeal will be lodged against the ruling, highlighting serious concerns regarding due process and the legitimacy of the charges brought against the accused.   “The accusations against Shukhrat Rasulov lack any evidentiary basis, making the court’s verdict essentially fabricated. Moreover, the court ignored allegations that Shukhrat Rasulov had been subjected to torture.” Stirling emphasised that this case is yet another example of politically motivated prosecutions in Uzbekistan.  “This verdict underscores a worrying trend in the country’s judiciary, where convictions are often secured without credible evidence or fair trial guarantees. The international community must scrutinise these proceedings and demand justice,”  she added. The case has drawn significant international attention, with calls for transparency in Uzbekistan’s judicial system. Observers have raised questions about the fairness of the trial and the political implications surrounding the case. Further developments are expected as the appeal process unfolds. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

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Texas Lobbyist and Congressman activated in Uzbekistan plot to take Central Asia's biggest Cement holding. Uzbek businessman hired Texas lobbyist to target Cement Holding ICIJ finds former Bush aide, Stephen Payne,was employed by Uzbek businessman, Airpov, to orchestrate a campaign against United Cement Group and its CEO, Ulugbek Shadmanov. “Mr Shadmanov controls the largest cement holding in Central Asia which has put a target on his back”,  says human rights advocate and crisis manager Radha Stirling . Stirling has suggested possible Magnitsky sanctions against Uzbekistan over issues of corruption, human rights abuses and torture.  “There are certain actors in Uzbekistan who will stop at nothing to appropriate strategic assets”.  Shadmanov has strived to operate the cement giant outside of the influence of political, foreign and criminal agencies but this has made him some enemies. Stirling commented, “it is precisely because of this that he has been the victim of smear campaigns and treated like a criminal, arrested and unlawfully extradited from Dubai without so much as a court hearing. “US lobbyists and Congressman have been weaponized by these corrupt and extortive actors for too long. A clear message should be sent to the world that US officials are not for sale, that corrupt individuals, corporations and regimes can no longer exploit America. Sanctions against those who try should be considered”. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists reports: Former George W. Bush aide says an Uzbek businessman hired him to lobby for U.S. sanctions on a local business rival The episode, which led to a U.S. Congressman calling for an investigation of possible sanctions violations by the Uzbek target firm, offers a window into the business of regional actors seeking to influence the booming use of Western sanctions. Thomas Rowley, February 6,2025 A U.S. political strategist says an Uzbek businessman asked him to lobby for sanctions against a huge cement manufacturer owned by a political and business rival over the business’s alleged Russia links. Stephen Payne, a top partner in Texas lobbying firm Linden Strategies, says that at his Uzbek client’s behest, he briefed Congressman Wesley Hunt, a Texas Republican, last year about possible sanctions violations by the Uzbek cement company, known as the United Cement Group. Payne, a one-time aide to former President George W. Bush, said he and his staff didn’t urge any specific action, but left it to Hunt and his staff to decide what to do with the information. In remarks on the House floor in March 2024, Rep. Hunt expressed concern that U.S. focus on “Russian assets” in Europe had “overlooked assets and agents in former Soviet republics such as Uzbekistan” — and then specifically mentioned the Cyprus-registered cement company without elaborating. Hunt would also write to the U.S. Treasury’s sanctions unit for a “formal inquiry” into “potential violations” of U.S. Russia sanctions by the Uzbek cement company, according to documents seen by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. Because of UCG’s alleged Russia links, Hunt expressed concern about UCG’s 2022 acquisition of a state-owned cement plant in Uzbekistan. A few days later, Payne made a $3,300 donation to Hunt’s campaign. A spokesperson for UCG’s owner, prominent Uzbek businessman Ulugbek Shadmanov, said the U.S. Treasury conducted a “light investigation” of the company for sanctions violations after Hunt’s remarks, but it “concluded without any allegation of Russian involvement.” Linden Strategies was acting on behalf of Uktam Aripov, a little-known Canada-based entrepreneur who, Payne alleges, was seeking to convince the U.S. to sanction UCG, Central Asia’s biggest cement producer. The lobbying campaign offers a window onto the world of sanctions lobbying — a bustling cottage industry in Washington since the 2022 Ukraine invasion caused a spike in U.S. and other Western sanctions against firms and individuals seen as aiding Russia’s war effort. Typically, political strategy and law firms lobby lawmakers and other officials to push regulators, including the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, to remove someone already on a sanctions list, or prevent their clients from being listed. The lobby firms sometimes conduct publicity campaigns in support of their efforts. Yet lobbying for sanctions or official condemnations against rivals has become an increasingly popular tool in particular for business actors across Eurasia. In December, the Financial Times revealed that a newly sanctioned Dutch oil trader alleges a former business partner was responsible for EU sanctions against him, which the partner denied. In 2023, the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project showed how a private intelligence firm working for a U.S. healthcare company allegedly fed questions about a rival being an alleged Russian agent to a British MP. In January, The Diplomat reported that an Uzbek businessman had been detained in Tashkent last year after allegedly refusing to push for U.S. sanctions against two high-ranking public officials. In an interview with ICIJ, Payne, the Linden partner, said that Aripov, the entrepreneur, had hired his firm to “go after United Cement,” including with sanctions pressure. Aripov’s company paid Linden $25,000, according to lobbying filings. In a series of emails to ICIJ, Aripov said he was “not a side of conflict” with UCG and Shadmanov and denied asking Payne to lobby for sanctions against UCG. He said the assertion could be easily proven false with documents, but declined to provide them. Aripov said his relationship with Payne soured over a business dispute. Payne acknowledges having a previous business relationship with Aripov and having ended it, but denies it ended because of a business dispute. He declined to elaborate. Family feud Uzbekistan’s political scene has been roiled in recent months by a string of anonymously sourced media reports of an alleged feud between powerful family members of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Analysts and news reports have suggested a conflict between Mirziyoyev’s eldest daughter and adviser, Saida Mirziyoyeva, and a son-in-law, Otabek Umarov, who until recently was deputy head of the country’s Presidential Security Service. The name Shadmanov, UCG’s owner, hit headlines this month after he was detained in a raid by security forces at his home in Dubai and extradited to Uzbekistan. Uzbek authorities have declined to say why they sought Shadmanov’s extradition. “Ulugbek Shadmanov is the victim of a blatant political prosecution by authorities in Uzbekistan,” said his lawyer Marc Agnifilo. The Shadmanov spokesperson told ICIJ that Aripov had approached Shadmanov about potential business projects in 2023 but the interaction later devolved into a dispute. According to RFE/RL and The Diplomat, Shadmanov is allegedly an ally of President Mirziyoyev’s son-in-law, Umarov. The spokesperson for Shadmanov said he “does not have a business or personal relationship with Otabek Umarov” in a comment to ICIJ. Payne also says Shadmanov and Aripov are business rivals. Uzbek spring’ In Uzbekistan, a 36-million-strong country situated in the heart of Central Asia between Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Afghanistan, the U.S. is sometimes referred to the country’s “sixth neighbour” — a reference to the U.S.’s important economic and security support for Uzbekistan in the 2000s. The relationship later faltered after then-President Islam Karimov orchestrated a domestic crackdown and shut down a U.S. airbase. Since coming to power in 2016, President Mirziyoyev has sought to end the country’s international isolation, and improve relations with the U.S. Uzbekistan has spent millions of dollars on high-powered D.C. lobbying and consulting firms to attract U.S. investors. And U.S. investors have taken an interest in Mirziyoyev’s “Uzbek spring.” Former Energy Secretary Rick Perry, former CIA chief Mike Pompeo and a former top State Department official, Tom Shannon, for instance, serve as advisers to Gor Investment, an Uzbekistan-focused investment firm based in London and Tashkent. A brief biography of Aripov on the website of a Latvian-registered company he owns called Euro Luxe Trading, says he began his career in international business in 1993, including roles as an official country consultant for Motorola and the U.S. defense and IT giant Harris Corp. in Uzbekistan. The webpage on Aripov has since become inaccessible after ICIJ made contact with him. Payne, who also runs energy company Linden Energy, said he met Aripov back in 2011 while Payne served as honorary consul — a sort of quasi diplomat or representative — to Texas on behalf of the Baltic state of Latvia. ​Sanctions Frenzy Amid the sanctions frenzy following Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. began accusing Uzbek companies of breaking sanctions on Russia by supplying key components to the Russian military-industrial complex. In January 2024, records show, Euro Luxe contracted with Linden Strategies to lobby on “issues relating to fair business practices in Uzbekistan” in the House of Representatives. Payne told ICIJ that Linden Strategies “did not specifically register” to push for sanctions pressure against UCG on behalf of Aripov. However, he said, pushing for such sanctions against UCG did “fall under our registration parameters,” the disclosed reasons for hiring a lobbyist. Linden Strategies contacted Rep. Hunt on behalf of Aripov about UCG. In remarks in the House of Representatives on March 15 last year, Hunt stood and inquired about “a possible and deliberate violation of U.S. imposed sanctions” by UCG. “As the war in Ukraine carries on and as Russian sanctions are imposed, I worry that our focus on Russian assets and agents in Europe has overlooked assets and agents in former Soviet republics such as Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan,” Hunt said. He said UCG’s 2022 privatization deal was “opaque” and came at a “significant discount,” adding, “We are seeing monopolization under the guise of privatization, to the benefit of Russia.” On March 19, according to U.S. Federal Election Commission data, Payne made his $3,300 donation to Hunt’s campaign for re-election. The donation was recorded in Linden Strategies’ lobbying disclosure filing. Payne said the donation and Hunt’s remarks were unconnected. “I have contributed the maximum allowed amount to Congressman Hunt since his first campaign in 2021,” Payne said. “I have held several fundraisers for [Hunt], and we have attended social events with one another and our wives.” Hunt did not respond to ICIJ’s requests for comment Payne said the lobbying parameters of his contract with Euro Luxe also included Linden Strategies writing to Uzbek president Mirziyoyev in April to inform him that the Office of Foreign Assets Control had been directed to investigate UCG, “’which undoubtedly harms the image of Uzbekistan”. That letter to President Mirziyoyev referenced “discussions” in U.S. Congress on UCG as the source of the directive to investigate UCG for possible sanctions violations. The claim that UCG was collaborating with Russia to circumvent U.S. sanctions is “logistically implausible”, said the Shadmanov spokesperson. “Cement production and distribution economics make such allegations technically impossible,” they said. Payne told ICIJ he had ended the $25,000 contract with Aripov. Linden Strategies’s Euro Luxe contract ended on April 1, 2024, according to lobbying filings. Payne said he also “rescinded” Linden Strategies’s letter to President Mirziyoyev warning about UCG in August 2024, citing “internal disagreements” and other factors in comments to ICIJ. Aripov didn’t respond to an emailed question from ICIJ about whether he had instructed Payne to lobby for sanctions against Shadmanov’s firm. The U.S. Treasury did not respond to requests for comment about whether it had conducted any inquiries into UCG. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

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[February 6, 2025. By Jabel Nasser for Eurasia Review ] Radha Stirling is a British lawyer and human rights advocate specializing in legal affairs in the Middle East. She is the founder of Detained in Dubai , Due Process International , and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform —organizations dedicated to safeguarding human rights and reforming international legal frameworks. Throughout her career, she has handled high-profile international cases, including that of Sheikha Latifa, the daughter of Dubai’s ruler, and numerous contentious extradition proceedings. Extradition: A Legitimate Tool or a Vehicle for Political Pressure? Ms. Stirling, in light of recent executive orders by U.S. President Donald Trump to tighten immigration policies and expedite deportations, how do you assess the impact of these measures on global extradition practices? Radha Stirling: President Trump’s executive orders, signed early in his second term, undeniably prioritize stricter immigration enforcement and accelerated deportations. However, it’s crucial to differentiate between deportation and extradition. Deportation applies to individuals who violate immigration laws, while extradition is a formal legal process transferring an accused or convicted person between jurisdictions. When states fast-track deportations and extraditions, they often sidestep proper judicial oversight, resulting in grave human rights abuses. This is particularly alarming in nations where courts are vulnerable to government interference, such as the UAE, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, China, and Russia. Politically Motivated Extraditions: The Case of Uzbek Businessman Ulugbek Shadmanov Could you provide examples of secret extraditions being exploited for asset seizure or political agendas, especially in the Middle East and Central Asia? Radha Stirling: Absolutely. We have seen numerous incidents of wrongful Interpol Red Notices and extradition requests for financially and politically motivated reasons. Dr Khater Massaad was the CEO of RAK Ceramics and has had to fight off seven abusive Interpol warrants and extradition requests that were made to steal his company. Both Bangladesh and the UAE worked in unison to try to misappropriate his assets. I recently defended Sherif Osman from a politically motivated extradition request made by Egypt for a legal online post he made from the US. Another recent example is the extradition of businessman Ulugbek Shadmanov from the UAE to Uzbekistan. Shadmanov, who headed United Cement Group—Central Asia’s largest cement conglomerate—was forcibly detained in Dubai without due process, imprisoned, and then covertly extradited to Tashkent aboard an undisclosed private jet. His legal team asserts that the charges against him are politically driven, designed to strip him of his assets. Shadmanov himself faces risks of torture and unlawful asset confiscation. This case epitomizes how extradition and imprisonment are weaponized to silence dissenting entrepreneurs and expropriate their wealth. Such practices tarnish Uzbekistan’s appeal to international investors and set a dangerous precedent. Sheikha Latifa: The Dubai Ruler’s Daughter Who Tried to Escape Your work gained global attention after you took up the case of Sheikha Latifa, daughter of Dubai’s ruler. Can you elaborate on this? Radha Stirling: This remains one of the most shocking cases of state-sponsored abduction. In 2018, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed Al Maktoum, daughter of Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed, attempted to flee the UAE, fearing lifelong confinement and mistreatment. She crossed into Oman and legally boarded the US flagged yacht Nostromo. She was in international waters when her yacht was intercepted by UAE and Indian operatives and forcibly repatriated to Dubai. Prior to her escape, Latifa recorded a video detailing her life under constant surveillance, abuse by her family, and her desperation for freedom. I published the video and it went viral, triggering global condemnation. We enlisted the intervention of the UN and international pressure, but UAE authorities dismissed concerns, claiming she was “safe at home,” which was later ruled by a British judge in the UK divorce proceedings of Sheikh Mohamed and Princess Haya to be untrue. The UN continued to monitor Princess Latifa’s welfare and the UAE was forced to cooperate. This case lays bare the repressive reality beneath Dubai’s glossy facade. If a royal family member is denied basic freedoms, imagine the plight of ordinary citizens and expatriates. Britons Trapped in the UAE’s Legal System Beyond politically motivated extraditions, your organization also defends ordinary individuals caught in legal traps in the UAE. What are some of the most striking cases? Radha Stirling: Yes, we don’t just handle political cases—we also assist foreign nationals who have been arrested on dubious charges. One example is Billy Hood, a British national sentenced to 25 years in prison in the UAE for possessing bottles of CBD oil in his car—a substance legal in the UK but strictly prohibited in the Emirates. Then there’s the case of Ellie Holman, a British dentist who was arrested in Dubai simply for having a glass of wine on an Emirates flight. Authorities used this as a pretext to detain her, citing “alcohol in her bloodstream,” even though it was offered by the airline itself. Numerous US and UK citizens have been unfairly detained for allegations ranging from leaving negative online reviews to sharing charities on Facebook or sometimes as a means to extort them. These cases highlight the serious risks foreigners face in the UAE. People often don’t realize that beneath the glossy image of luxury and modernity, the country’s legal system can be harsh, unpredictable, and deeply flawed. How Can We Stop Politically Motivated Extraditions? What steps must be taken at the international level to prevent the abuse of extradition mechanisms? Radha Stirling: There are three critical reforms that must be implemented: First, Interpol Reform. Governments currently exploit Red Notices to target dissidents and business figures. There needs to be stricter oversight and vetting of extradition requests. They also need to be stripped of their immunity to allow victims a legal pathway to hold them accountable for abuse. Second, mandatory Risk Assessments. No country should extradite an individual if they face a credible risk of torture, persecution, or an unfair trial. Third, transparency and judicial independence. Extradition decisions must not be made in secrecy, without legal counsel, or without scrutiny from independent international experts. “My Mission Is to Protect Those Without a Voice” You’ve been working on these cases for years. What drives you to keep fighting? Radha Stirling: Having dealt with more than 20,000 cases over the past 17 years, I have witnessed far too many lives destroyed by injustice. I have spoken to people who were tortured, threatened, and had their families targeted. I have seen businessmen lose their companies, assets, and freedom. I have watched victims of abuse be falsely accused of crimes they never committed. If I had just one case where I could stop this injustice, it would be worth it. But there are dozens, even hundreds, of such cases. And as long as extradition is weaponized for repression, I will not stop fighting. Author: Jabel Nasser Original article: at Eurasia Review Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

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Forced confessions, torture and human rights abuses in the biggest political case in recent history. Secrecy shrouds trial of Allamjonov assassination attempt as security apparatus faces scrutiny in most politically charged trial in recent Uzbek history “ This case, shrouded in secrecy and marked by allegations of torture and coerced confessions, is rapidly evolving into one of the most politically charged trials in recent Uzbek history”  -   Radha Stirling . The highly secretive trial over the assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov has officially begun, marking one of the most politically charged cases in Uzbekistan’s recent history. With court proceedings shrouded in opacity and limited public access, scrutiny has mounted over the handling of the case and the glaring failures of the country’s security apparatus. As speculation swirls and key details remain undisclosed, the trial is set to test the credibility of both the judiciary and the government’s commitment to transparency. “At this point, it is known that the judge is personally reading out Alamjonov’s testimony from the preliminary investigation,” reported Radha Stirling , founder of Due Process International  and Detained in Dubai . According to informed sources, including Ms. Stirling, defense lawyers have been unable to secure the former presidential official’s appearance in court to testify as a witness, as the judges continue to reject their motions. The failed assassination attempt on Alamjonov—and, as has now been revealed, on the head of NAPP, Dmitry Li, as well—has led to the downfall of nearly the entire upper echelon of the country’s security apparatus. Many of them have ended up in the defendant’s chair, and for some, that is the best possible outcome. Following the attack, Shukhrat Rasulov, the former head of the Internal Security Directorate of the Presidential Security Service, was detained under highly unusual circumstances. Rasulov told the court that his arrest was a complete shock—he was not under investigation and had not been declared a fugitive. On November 26, he was summoned to the office of a powerful Uzbek businessman, philanthropist, and the main beneficiary of Asia Alliance Bank, one of the country’s largest financial institutions—Kamo Tumasov, who is considered highly influential within the country’s elite. Also present at the meeting was Dmitry Li, the head of the National Agency for Perspective Projects under the President of Uzbekistan. On January 30, 2025, a closed session of the military court was held to examine the criminal case concerning the organized assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov, the former head of the Information Department of the Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan. According to human rights activist Abdurakhman Tashanov, who reported the development on his Facebook account, the trial is taking place under conditions of “absolute secrecy.” He noted that despite the large number of defendants, the gravity of the charges, and their public significance, secrecy remains in place. Human rights organizations, relying on credible sources, have established that the primary victim, Komil Allamjonov—the target of the armed attack—has failed to appear in court, despite being summoned three times. The official reasons for his absence remain unclear. These same sources, who are in contact with human rights advocates, including the private investigative team of renowned international human rights defender Radha Stirling, report that the judge has been reading out Allamjonov’s testimony from the preliminary investigation. According to Stirling, defense attorneys have been unable to secure the former presidential official’s appearance in court as a witness, as judges have repeatedly denied their motions. The attempted assassination of Allamjonov—and, as has now been revealed, of Dmitry Li, head of the National Agency for Perspective Projects (NAPP)—has led to the near-total collapse of the country’s security leadership. Many high-ranking officials have been placed on trial, which, for some, is the best possible outcome. Following the attack, Shukhrat Rasulov, the former head of the Internal Security Directorate of the Presidential Security Service, was detained under highly suspicious circumstances. Rasulov told the court that his arrest came as a complete shock—he was not under investigation and had not been declared a fugitive. On November 26, he was summoned to the office of Kamo Tumasov, a powerful Uzbek businessman, philanthropist, and the principal beneficiary of Asia Alliance Bank, one of the country’s largest financial institutions. Tumasov, considered highly influential within Uzbekistan’s ruling elite, was also joined by Dmitry Li, the head of NAPP. For reasons still unclear, Tumasov and Li informed Rasulov that testimony had been obtained implicating him in organizing the assassination attempt against both Allamjonov and Li. However, they assured him that they did not believe the accusations and considered them false. Yet, in a scene reminiscent of Eastern intrigue, as Rasulov left the meeting, he was apprehended by law enforcement officers. That same day, an official arrest warrant was issued for him. From November 26 to December 25, Rasulov was held in solitary confinement at the State Security Service (DXX) detention facility, where he was subjected to torture and coerced into confessing to organizing the assassination attempt on Allamjonov. According to Ms Stirling, who cites witness testimony and sources familiar with the investigation, Rasulov was forced to confess under duress that he had arranged the assassination attempt on the orders of Otabek Umarov, the husband of the president’s youngest daughter, and that he had transferred money to the perpetrators. In court, Rasulov recanted, stating that he had confessed under torture but that the allegations were entirely false. Rasulov further revealed that between December 25 and December 31 of the previous year, he was held in the basement of the Tashkent Police Department, where Ministry of Internal Affairs officers brutally beat him, placed a plastic bag over his head, and demanded that he write a statement accusing Otabek Umarov of corruption. When Rasulov protested, arguing that Umarov was a close associate of the president and that he could not fabricate such accusations, the beatings intensified. At the conclusion of his testimony, Rasulov expressed fear that he would once again be subjected to torture upon his return to the State Security Service detention center. Radha Stirling specifically highlighted the names of officers involved in Rasulov’s coercive interrogation: Saidakbar Pulatov, along with operatives Shukhrat Nigmatov and Yeldost. Other defendants in the case have also testified that they were pressured into giving false statements against Otabek Umarov. One of the defendants, Javlon Yunusov, accused of leading a criminal group, told the judge that he, too, was tortured and forced to testify against the president’s daughter, Shakhnosa, and Otabek Umarov. "This case, shrouded in secrecy and marked by allegations of torture and coerced confessions, is rapidly evolving into one of the most politically charged trials in recent Uzbek history” , concluded Stirling. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

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Happy 17th Anniversary, Detained in Dubai! Human rights and legal organisation, Detained in Dubai,  has saved countless lives over its 17 years of service.  Detained in Dubai celebrates its 17th anniversary, having served over twenty three thousand people who have faced unjust and even life threatening situations. The organisation was founded in 2008 when “Big Brother Boss Banged up in Dubai” hit the news. Radha Stirling , who worked closely with Endemol, dove in to help her friend, Cat Le-Huy. He was promptly freed but it wasn’t an isolated incident. Other people facing unjust situations began to call Radha, asking for help which she didn’t deny. Detained in Dubai was founded and grew exponentially. Legal Services in Dubai The team at Detained in Dubai provides exceptional legal service to people facing battles in the Middle East or if they’ve stemmed from the region. Having dealt with thousands of cases, the group has built relationships with local specialist lawyers that can actually be trusted. They maintain an up to date database of lawyers in Dubai, with intelligence superior to that of government embassies. “Many lawyers in Dubai will overcharge and almost disappear as soon as they receive their up front payments”,  confirms Stirling, who produced an informative Ebook on UAE lawyers . Expert Representation Stirling’s work and experience led her to being recognised as an Expert Witness with courts in the UK, US and EU relying on her testimony to make decisions in civil disputes, criminal cases or extradition proceedings. The UAE’s abuse of the Interpol Red Notice database inspired her to tackle the world’s largest information sharing agency and call for its transparency and accountability. “Of course, it’s not just the UAE abusing the organisation. We’ve dealt with cases from the US to Venezuela, South Korea to Russia, Uzbekistan, Denmark, Germany and the UK”,  says Stirling. Getting things done Detained in Dubai represents people from all backgrounds and countries. Stirling is unafraid of powerful opponents. With an extraordinary client list including Dubai’s own royal family (Sheikha Latifa Al Maktoum), the CEO of RAK Ceramics  and the CEO of United Cement Group  (Asia's largest cement holding), Mohammed Haddad against Baker McKenzie’s CEO , Jihad Quzma and Oussama El Omari  in separate cases against the ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Saud al Qassimi. She’s taken on cases of weaponization including cryptocurrency entrepreneur Christopher Emms  against the FBI and Tara Reade against Joe Biden's FBI . Stirling has acted for celebrities, royals and big business owners but consistently helps in cases of injustice against tourists and expats, many of which have been covered by the international media. “We’ve been able to save a lot of souls this past year. Tori Towey  was facing jail for attempted suicide when escaping domestic violence, Craig Ballantine and Stuart Quiney  for online posts, Joseph and Joshua Lopez  and the list goes on but the work continues. Marcus Fakana ’s New Year started in Dubai prison and Albert Douglas , an innocent grandfather who was beaten and tortured by guards was pardoned, though remains detained. We are working with the UN to get him home but as Dubai increases its marketing, particularly on social media, we will see more and more cases of injustice”. 2025 Detained in Dubai will continue to fight injustice, to challenge governments and organisations like Interpol while fighting for clients, one at a time. “We’re forever grateful for the public’s support, for the media who cover these outrageous stories and to the politicians and government bodies who work with us to achieve these goals”. Get in Touch Whether you need an experienced and reliable legal team, litigation support, expert testimony, Interpol Red Notice deletion, crisis management or media support, we are here and we’re ready to fight for you. The sooner you get in touch, the stronger the chances of success. [Full contact details included at the end of this post]. What We Do Crisis Management Media, PR & Reputation Management Litigation Support Multi Jurisdictional Legal Representation Interpol Red Notice Prevention and Deletion Extradition Defence Expert Witness Testimony Expert Testimony for Immigration Applications Debt Negotiations & Dispute Resolution Civil Litigation Criminal Defence United Nations Applications & Representation UAE Police Checks Interpol Checks Government Lobbying Emergency Assistance & Evacuations And Much More… Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 detainedindubai.org amazon.co.uk e-book and .pdf versions available: [ .pdf on the Detained in Dubai Website ] [ in kindle format at amazon uk ] [ download from this blog ] Contact us Detained in Dubai Website   by email WhatsApp telephone Facebook

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Interpol Silver Notices will have dire consequences - asset freezing, privacy invasion and human rights violations Interpol, immune to U.S. jurisdiction, has introduced a controversial new service - Silver Notices. Member countries can now access information on individuals' global assets without a charge, conviction or legal process. Interpol's new service, Silver Notices, allows fee-paying member countries to access information on individuals' global assets, bypassing normal legal processes. Critics argue this service undermines due process and human rights.  A charge or conviction is not  required to activate a Silver Notice. The Notice will alert and request other member countries to investigate and provide information on an individual’s assets, bank accounts and even their residential homes. An Interpol expert says the move is a financially motivated deal with member countries. “A new Interpol service has been introduced this month which will allow the global surveillance of individuals without due process”, says renowned Interpol and Extradition expert Radha Stirling , the founder of IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform  and Due Process International . Italy has been the first country to issue a Silver Notice but the other member countries will follow suit in droves. Stirling says Silver Notices are a “product” offering from Interpol to member states. “Interpol is under constant pressure to raise money and they need to make themselves a profit centre to donors, not a cost centre. They have opened the door for member states to be able to monetize their use of Interpol by freezing and seizing assets. All of these products are offered under a complete immunity blanket provided by the USA but victims of abuse need to be able to seek justice”, says Stirling. “This is another foot in the door of a global surveillance agenda”, asserts Stirling. “It is totally unacceptable for any member country to be able to find out someone’s location with such ease and international cooperation. This will put lives in danger and is a backdoor way to obtain information that would have been impossible or slow to obtain through usual legal methods”. Lives in Danger “Countries with a long history of issuing politically motivated Red Notices that have endangered lives will now have the opportunity to know exactly where their targets live and where they spend their time. This is a method to circumvent normal due process and enhance international cooperation behind closed doors. Dissidents and political targets will be put at risk as their whereabouts are discovered." Asset Seizures and Freezes “We can expect to see more foreign asset freezing without any oversight. Any country can point the finger and they will be able to locate and request freezing orders against targets on the basis of an ‘investigation’, not even a charge or conviction. This is outrageous and should raise significant concern amongst the international community, particularly those who may have political targets on their heads." Privacy “The new product opens doors to violation of privacy and espionage by despotic governments who target the enemy of the day. I call it a product because that’s what it is. Interpol is selling their services as an international recovery agent at the expense and possibly the lives of individuals. “If governments can discover private overseas information through diplomatic agreements rather than legal process, anyone of interest can be targeted. Interpol requires no proof, relying on the honesty of the member countries which has been proven time and time again to have violated international law and UN principles." Reputational & Business Damage “There is zero accountability to Interpol for wrongful and abusive notices, no matter the damage. Issuing a Silver Notice will likely cause banks to end relationships with customers and result in unimaginable damage to their business and relationships. This has happened to be as a result of Red Notices and will undoubtedly happen with a Silver Notice.” Perception “The idea of a Silver Notice will raise less concern for the victim. It will be perceived by the community as about their assets, not about them and if they’re innocent, it will sort out. However, the ability to misuse these notices and the potential ramifications and damage this will cause individuals is inimaginable. A Silver Notice, for one, implies someone is being investigated for a serious crime that would warrant 4 years or more in prison." “On top of the clear violation of privacy and due process, people may be denied entry into many countries, denied tourist entry visas or rejected when applying for a residency visa. They may not even know why." “Their banks may terminate their facilities, blacklist them which in turn can ruin their businesses and livelihood then of course, there is the resulting reputational damage and trauma that comes with being targeted by the world’s largest surveillance operation. This is not something you ever want to have to explain to your family, colleagues or boss." “Then of course you have people who are genuinely in danger and who should be afforded the right to safety and privacy”. But aren’t they all criminals? “I’ve personally dealt with hundreds of abusive Interpol warrants. Some have been politically motivated, others economically motivated or have stemmed from personal vendettas and others have been as ridiculous as a few thousand dollar credit card debt. In all of these cases, we have managed to delete the Interpol warrants because Interpol has agreed they should not have been listed in the first place. The fact that they have to delete notices and have been granted immunity, should suffice as evidence that they are doing something wrong." UAE and Qatar Banks “For over 17 years, I’ve been helping clients who have become targets of Middle Eastern banks, mostly UAE and Qatar. They have listed customers on Interpol and waited for them to be arrested abroad which they’ve seen as the perfect time to demand extortionate sums of money that weren’t even owed. They’ve used Interpol as their own debt collectors and they will be first in line to initiate Silver Notices to accompany Red." “I’ve helped people mitigate these risks as much as possible through bank negotiations, Interpol prevention submissions and Interpol deletion when required. Often though, the bank customer is completely taken by surprise and we’ve had to fight off extradition proceedings for them. Brian Glendinning was held in horrendous conditions in Iraq on behalf of a bank. Interpol is something to be taken seriously and it seriously needs to be legally accountable”. Personal Vendettas “Whether it’s a civil dispute or a personal vendettas, we’ve seen people fabricate criminal allegations for the sole purpose of listing someone on Interpol. This gives the person time to misappropriate their company or assets through less than legal means or sometimes, it just satisfies their vengeance. This happens in the UAE all the time and we even see Sheikhs misusing it, simply because they can. The ruler of Ras Al Khaimah was nicknamed the King of Interpol ." Political Motivation “There is no denying that Interpol has been used as a tool for politically motivated reasons. We saw   Hakeem Alaraibi  targeted by Bahrain and almost extradited. Just recently,  Ulugbek Shadmanov was extradited without due process from the UAE to Uzbekistan over a politically and economically motivated Notice. We’re now preparing a UN application for him as he faces human rights abuses and torture. Sherif Osman , a US citizen, was arrested in Dubai over an Egyptian Notice for his online posts, made from America and he was saved just in the nick of time." Prevention, Removal & Extradition Defence “Preventing Interpol Red Notices is paramount and something we’ve helped our client’s focus on. Picking up the pieces of an Interpol Notice after the fact is always harder than preventing it in the first place. We advise people at risk to seek assistance as soon as possible. This January, we’ve already prepared preventative submissions on behalf of five at risk clients. People are becoming much more proactive since Interpol’s abusive tactics were spotlighted in the media. We hope preventions overtake removals and do the essential work of preventing extraditions for clients like Christopher Emms , Brian Glendinning, Sherif Osman and Conor Howard." Accountability “We have worked with think tanks, organisations and lawmakers in Washington DC to push for Interpol’s immunity to be stripped. Until this happens, Interpol will continue to profiteer from our tax dollars while putting citizens at risk of significant human rights violations without any recourse. Under the new administration, we will highlight this ongoing problem to DOGE and Trump’s new appointees.” Interpol FAQ: What to do when faced with an Interpol Red Notice  eBook : Stirling, Radha: Amazon.co.uk : Kindle Store Or download a free pdf copy directly from Detained in Duibai using the button below Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

Interpol Silver Notices - Human Rights “Disaster”

Interpol, immune to U.S. jurisdiction, has introduced a controversial new service - Silver Notices.

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Biden's DOJ made UK citizen Chris Emms a poster child after he refused to cooperate with AUSA agents to give false testimony against their targets Pardon Southern District New York (SDNY) target, Christopher Emms , a British citizen who literally did nothing wrong. Democrat run Southern District New York AUSA's who prosecuted J6’ers also set their sights on a British national who has nothing to do with the US and committed no crime under UK or international law. Chris was targeted by New York prosecutors Kimberly J. Ravener and Kyle A. Wirshba, as part of Biden’s cryptocurrency task force, essentially founded to go after industry professionals. After Trump visited DRNK and extended what appeared to be the beginning of friendship, Chris was invited to attend a crypto seminar in North Korea.  After checking with the UK Ambassador that it was legal, he decided to go.  Following an "uneventful and boring event", he was later approached by AUSA's Ravener and Wirshiba who accused him of violating US sanctions, something that never crossed his mind, given he is not a US citizen nor subject to US law. They accused him of violating IEEPA, simply because another American, Virgil Griffith, was there. This is even more of a reach than the DOJ prosecution of Roman Sterlingov. The IEEPA only applies to “US persons”, but the FBI claims that since Virgil Griffith is an American citizen and was at the conference, Chris can be pursued on the very expansive grounds of conspiracy because they both spoke in front of a whiteboard one afternoon in a Pyongyang conference room. The case against Chris Emms is an absurd contrivance, and the FBI knows it. Whenever the US has prosecuted other non-US persons on the basis of IEEPA, they have never had to justify its applicability; instead bullying accused foreigners into accepting plea deals. But Chris Emms is fighting the charge, and in so doing, he is fighting against the hubris and belligerence of America’s assumption of global jurisdiction, and defending the independence of the Cryptosphere. Chris was pushed by Ravener and Wirshiba to give false testimony against another higher profile target in return for a ‘plea deal’.  When he refused to do so, they publicly indicted him for “conspiring to violate US sanctions” and he was listed as one of the FBI’s most wanted . “Chris refused to tell lies to incarcerate others”,  explains Radha Stirling , Crisis Manager and CEO of Due Process International , who has been assisting Chris. “As reported in the media, part of the deal would have required him to plead guilty to wire fraud, a crime he never committed. It was absolutely ridiculous”. It beggars belief that these NY AG’s thought it was absolutely fine to put an international freezing order on Chris’s banks, place him on the Interpol Red Notice database and accuse him of violating US sanctions. “We are talking about a British citizen here. His British MP was outraged at the jurisdictional overreach”.  The DOJ had Chris arrested in Saudi Arabia while traveling to another conference and pushed for his extradition. Saudi denied the extradition on the grounds that there was no crime, but after the near extradition of Julian Assange, Chris didn’t feel safe to return to the UK where he would potentially have to fight another extradition process, while all of his funds were frozen. He sought asylum in Russia until the matter could be sorted out. From the safety of Russia, Chris has spoken at length about his ordeal. He’s been stuck there for two years. “His whole life was turned upside down”, says Stirling, “by the same prosecutors who have been noted for misconduct, withholding Brady materials in United States v. Reichburg for example. District Court judges have urged investigations  into SDNY prosecutors over misconduct, such as deliberately withholding exculpatory evidence. “We emplore Trump, AG Pam Bondi, the likely FBI Director Kash Patel, Elon Musk and DOGE to investigate outstanding indictments and Interpol warrants issued under the Biden administration. Chris Emms, at the very least, should be free to return to his home country, the UK, without fear of extradition to the US where he has committed no crime. The Interpol warrant should be withdrawn and Interpol investigated for allowing warrants that promote universal jurisdiction. Imagine if other Interpol members like Iran, Saudi or China were able to issue Interpol Red Notices against people who haven’t even been to their countries and aren’t citizens. “It’s a huge abuse of power and gives the US jurisdiction over everyone in the world, most of whom don’t even know US law because they’re not supposed to have to. This abuse of power costs the taxpayer millions as the overzealous DOJ pursues costly extraditions and prosecutions of non-criminals. “Chris and his family are appealing for the indictment to be cancelled or a pardon to be issued. I hope these prosecutors are fired and that the system can be built back with some integrity. How on earth is it okay to threaten foreign nationals to give false witness?” Trump has issued a collection of pardons, including for Ross Ulbricht while Elon Musk has said he will investigate the pursuit of Bitcoin entrepreneur Roger Ver. Christopher Emms is hopeful that with the new administration, these bogus indictments will be withdrawn. Chris Emms talks to Radha Stirling on her Podcast 60 Minutes Australia talks to Chris Emms in Saudi Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

Calls to pardon SDNY target Chris Emms - British citizen who literally did nothing wrong

Chris Emms is fighting back against the hubris and belligerence of America's assumption of global legal jurisdiction

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Sad end to Princess Latifa's story and her escape vessel, Nostromo.  The last place she was truly free. Nostromo, the vessel that was to take Dubai’s Princess Latifa to safety and freedom, has sunk in Sri Lanka under what the Captain describes as suspicious circumstances. In 2018, a hopeful Sheikha Latifa Al Maktoum crossed Dubai’s border to Oman and jet-skied out to international waters where she boarded the 100ft yacht, Nostromo, captained by French navy veteran, Hervé Jaubert. “She recorded videos and voice recordings which she WhatsApp’d to me”,  reports Crisis Manager Radha Stirling , the CEO of Detained in Dubai  who was helping Princess Latifa and Hervé Jaubert when they were aboard the yacht fleeing Dubai. “She told me she had made the daring decision to flee her father, the ruler of Dubai, after years of torture and egregious human rights abuses. She was so relieved to be free, under the stars and the protection of Hervé’s US flagged yacht” Princess Latifa Voicemails to Radha Stirling from onboard Nostromo AFTER her escape Although Latifa had escaped the jurisdiction of the UAE and should have been safe, her father orchestrated an illegal raid on Nostromo, with the secretly provided support of US personnel and the Indian Coast Guard. “Latifa was texting me during a militarised hostile boarding of Nostromo, telling me she heard gunshots”. Jaubert and his crew were violently beaten by Indian and Emirati special forces operatives, while Latifa was abducted and taken by chopper and plane back to Dubai. Jaubert and his crew were abducted by Emirati special forces and military and forced onto their ship and to the UAE against international and maritime law. “Nostromo was towed back with Hervé which is how we were able to track their location”. “We launched a United Nations investigation into the safety of all passengers onboard Nostromo and after a high pressure campaign, the UAE was forced to release Hervé from custody, but Latifa wasn’t so lucky. “Since her abduction, she has been used in PR campaigns by the ruler, assuring the public that she is safe, while clearly under the kind of duress she described to me in 2018. A palace insider, very close to Latifa, has recently divulged that she is in fact, not safe and continues to suffer a multitude of human rights violations in the Emirates.” Nostromo was badly damaged by Emirati and Indian special forces during their attack. They deliberately stripped her of all safety gear and looted the vessel. Once a glorious yacht, she now sits at the bottom of the Indian Ocean, perhaps never to be recovered. Cptn. Hervé Jaubert spoke of his sadness, “I feel extreme sadness to see my boat left to decay for years and sink like a wreck. I lost both my pristine yacht and Latifa in a criminal attack by the UAE and India in international waters. I was betrayed, ignored, abandoned by my own country and secretly renditioned to the UAE. Latifa is still a prisoner, and I am alive thanks to Radha’s media alert”. “To me, it’s intentional, you can see the air escaping from the hatches, it means somebody opened the hatches, they are normally kept close.” Stirling adds, “We have discovered that during the assault, US citizens were present and working with the UAE government. It’s no secret that we have continued our investigation into this horrific international incident and quite the coincidence that all remaining forensic evidence is now destroyed”. Hervé Jaubert had planned the escape with Latifa for seven years. She had trained and prepared and wanted nothing more than her freedom. Jaubert dismisses that there is any possibility that she changed her mind voluntarily. Stirling agrees. “The whole world heard the fear that Princess Haya had when living in the palace and that even she, a powerful woman in her own right, had to secretly flee and seek safety in the UK. I do not believe it is any different for Latifa. It’s extremely sad that Nostromo has sunk or been sunk, that Latifa is still not free and no actor in this crime has faced true accountability. ”The UAE has continued to act lawlessly, including agreeing to extrajudicial extraditions and continues to put people at risk. I commend Hervé Jaubert and Princess Latifa for risking their lives. Latifa had escaped and was legally in international waters. There is no reason that either of them should have considered the UAE would act illegally and abduct them from a US flagged yacht. I encourage whistleblowers from the United States to come forward with their information and we will ensure their anonymity. Some FBI’s agents have already secretly provided intelligence to a media outlet, but there is more to this story. If left ignored, more innocent people will be at risk of extrajudicial abduction, torture and execution”. Further Information, Books and Press Packs to download. And Contact and Social Media Directory. 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Princess Latifa’s escape yacht is sunk

Nostromo, the vessel that was to take Dubai’s Princess Latifa to safety and freedom, has sunk in Sri Lanka

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Suspicious illegal extradition of investor and businessman from UAE to Uzbekistan following US lobbyist payments Golden Visa Holder and CEO of a cement production giant, Ulugbek Shadmanov, was unlawfully extradited from the UAE yesterday with no judicial process. United Cement Group is the largest industrial holding company in central Asia, employing more than 7000 people, leaving its CEO the target of individuals and groups who seek to appropriate it.  Ulugbek Shadmanov had successfully fought off a smear campaign led by corrupt businessmen and their US lobbyists. Shadmanov lived in Dubai where he managed his companies under the protection of the UAE Golden Visa, but all that came to an end yesterday when he was flown in handcuffs to Uzbekistan. Shadmanov was surrounded by over a dozen armed Emirati special forces agents during a meeting with his US attorney at his estate in Dubai. He had committed no crime, was not a threat to society or security but was treated like a crime boss, denied access to his lawyers and to any form of judicial proceeding. After a traumatic experience, his US attorney was quickly unshackled and told to quietly leave the country. Shadmanov was not heard from again. His lawyers tried to gain access but Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai   and IPEX Reform , says “once authorities brand someone a security department issue, there is little a lawyer can do. When an extradition request is made, UAE law requires the matter be heard by the courts where the individual is given the opportunity to contest the request.  The courts must deny extradition where that person faces serious human rights risks or if the action is politically motivated.  Ulugbek Shadmanov was given no such chance. “We saw how upset South Africa was over the Gupta Brothers, Ireland and the US over the Kinihan’s and the hoops Denmark had to jump through to extradite Sanjay Shah. In those cases, the UAE portrayed that it had an internationally recognised rule of law, dismissing the lobbying attempts of these countries.  So why was Dubai suspiciously keen to hand over a well respected businessman to Uzbekistan with zero legal process whatsoever? “Ulugbek Shadmanov is wanted by Uzbekistan for his assets. The country has an extremely poor human rights record with forced confessions, torture, human rights abuses and corruption. Shadmanov’s family fear for his life. “The UAE portrays itself to investors as safe, but if a country can force someone onto a plane without so much as a basic court hearing, nobody is safe. The secretive manner in which this took place is cause for serious concern. The Uzbek players who were targeting Shadmanov had paid substantial sums to US lobbyists. They held close relations with lobbyist Steve Payne, Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo & Former U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry who also have long standing tight-knit relations with the UAE government. “It’s highly concerning to see the illegal extradition of a successful businessman, husband and father from Dubai, but it is of particular concern that those targeting him had paid influential Americans to assist in their pursuit. Shadmanov’s team are investigating the extent of the skullduggery and violations of US, UAE and international law.  It's important to know whether any US citizens were involved in this illegal extradition, as they were in the 2018 abduction of Princess Latifa”.  Further Information, Books and Press Packs to download. And Contact and Social Media Directory. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai:  http://www.detainedindubai.org Radha Stirling:  http://www.radhastirling.com Due Process International:  http://www.dueprocess.international Interpol Red Notice  https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  UAE Police Check (UAEPC):  https://uaepolicecheck.com/ IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts:  https://www.ipexreform.com/ Detained in Doha:  https://www.detainedindoha.org CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network:  https://www.bitclan.org/ Gulf Investment Monitor:  https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Podcast:  http://www.gulfinjustice.news Princess Latifa:  www.princesslatifa.org  Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai   YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter):  https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling    Live news and updates on Telegram:  https://t.me/stirlingnews   mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org   Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp:  Click here Guides, Press Packs, Books and Information Pamphlets by Radha Stirling. Free to download. click here click here click here click here

CEO of Cement Giant Extradited from UAE. US involvement investigation.

CEO of United Cement Group, Ulugbek Shadmanov, unlawfully extradited from the UAE to Uzbekistan 8th January 2025 without judicial process

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CEO of cement giant faces politically motivated extrajudicial extradition  They will will extort and torture him. UAE Golden Visa holder fights extrajudicial extradition after his estate was stormed by special forces in Dubai. The prominent CEO is being held somewhere in Dubai but hope is dwindling as the Emirates rulers decide whether to extrajudicially extradite him to Uzbekistan where economically motivated charges are being manufactured. His US Attorney is lobbying for the case to go through court where his client at least has a chance to present his case. United Cement Group (UCG)  owner, Ulugbek Shadmanov, moved to Dubai under the UAE’s Golden Visa where he’s resided for several years. He conducts business, actively invests in the country’s economy under the Golden Visa, which underscores his contribution to the state’s development. UCG is the largest cement holding in Central Asia, operating in Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, employing over 7,000 individuals. Uzbekistan’s ongoing political rivalries and tribal clashes caused instability in the country with many business owners opting to pack up and leave.  “The bigger the fish, the more at risk”, explains Due Process International  founder, crisis manager and extradition expert, Radha Stirling . “When a country becomes unstable or when corruption is rife, those with substantial assets are very much at risk. Charges will be fabricated against them as a means to misappropriate their life’s work. "Uzbekistan has suffered widespread corruption issues, bribery, embezzlement. Ulugbek was very much at risk of targeting. He opted to relocate to the UAE and manage his business from safety”, explains Stirling. Mr Shadmanov, a highly influential businessman with an impeccable reputation, increased cement production and had planned to support rebuilding efforts in Ukraine.  “He felt safe in the UAE”, adds Stirling, “that the Emirates would protect him from any politically motivated attempts to target him and his businesses, that is, until the 10th of December 2024”. Mr Shadmanov was meeting with his US attorney, Mark Agnifilo, when his estate was stormed by a fully armed special forces unit in combat gear. Mr Agnifilo and another American associate lay face down on the floor as the three were restrained and handcuffed. The two Americans were eventually released and told to go home to the US while Mr Shadmanov has not been heard from since. Local lawyers say the UAE appears to be considering extraditing him without going through the courts and affording him the chance to legally defend himself.  “This is truly frightening”, says Ms Stirling. “Imagine living in a country because it appears safer and modern with a proper legal system to then find you can be flown out in the night at the click of a finger”. UAE authorities have apparently asked Uzbekistan if they can produce any charges and the country is now conjuring up paperwork to legitimise the request but Stirling says, “it is quite clear that powers in Uzbekistan are targeting Mr Shadmanov as a means to misappropriate his assets. We are certain that if he is extradited, he will be tortured until he signs over all of his holdings. His family fear for his life and are begging the UAE to at least give him due process. He hasn’t committed any crime. His family can’t imagine what he will go through if he is sent to Uzbekistan. They don’t believe they will ever see him again. “The UAE has processed a number of extradition requests over the years and has moved towards a more stringent process whereby individuals are able to submit a defence in court and will be protected if they risk serious human rights violations or torture. Uzbekistan has been widely criticised for systematic torture used by security forces to extract confessions, punish political dissidents, intimidate critics, and maintain the regime’s control over the population. There is absolutely no doubt that Mr Shadmanov is in this risk category and that the request is politically and economically motivated”. There is suggestion Uzbekistan may even be trying to fabricate allegations that Mr Shadmanov was somehow implicated in an assassination attempt. Attorney Mark Agnifilo confirms  “there are currently no formal charges against him in connection with the incident and he categorically denies any involvement. His detention and the decision to deport him are troubling at best. “Mr. Shadmanov, who has no prior record of misconduct, is now in a grave situation. I understand that Mr. Shadmanov has been held in isolation, has not been allowed to see counsel, and has not appeared before a court. I further understand that UAE authorities have initiated steps to deport Mr. Shadmanov to Uzbekistan, where he faces the real risk of unjust persecution and imprisonment based on politically motivated and unsubstantiated accusations. “Deportations under circumstances likely to lead to torture or arbitrary imprisonment violate international human rights obligations, including the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, to which the UAE is a party. Mr. Shadmanov could well be subject to just such treatment if send forcibly to Uzbekistan.” Mr Agnifilo has urged UAE authorities to release Mr Shamanov, allow him access to legal representatives to ensure his right to a fair trial and transparent legal process and to respect international obligations to protect individuals from refoulement to countries where they are at risk of persecution, torture, or other severe violations of their rights.  “To date, I have formed a professional team of former investigators and operatives who have initiated an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the persecution of my client, including identifying those responsible for these actions worldwide”, Mr Agnifilo said in a statement. “Based on my experience and analysis, I am convinced that all charges against my client are unfounded and nothing more than an attempt to deprive him of his assets and politically discredit him”. Mr Shadmanov’s defence team is calling on the UAE to thoroughly investigate and refrain from surrendering him throughout the course of legal proceedings.  “Extraditions should not be agreed through diplomacy, but through judicial process”, Radha Stirling. “If investors are to feel safe in the country, they need to be assured of due legal process and the presumption of innocence. It is a tragedy when someone is wrongfully extradited to a country where they will be abused, tortured or even killed. "The UAE recently declined Sherif Osman’s  politically motivated extradition to Egypt and we hope they will give the same treatment to Mr Shadmanov. He should not be extradited simply because of his citizenship”. Further Information, Books and Press Packs to download. And Contact and Social Media Directory. 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UAE Golden Visa holder seized by special forces in Dubai

United Cement Group (UCG) owner, Ulugbek Shadmanov fights extradition from Dubai

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Protest arranged for Marcus Fakana Friends & family have organised a march in Westminster to support Marcus Fakana who spent his New Year in solitary confinement in Dubai’s notorious Al Awir prison. 18 year old Marcus Fakana was sentenced to a year in Dubai jail for having consensual relations with a British woman who was one month away from turning 18. Detained in Dubai  CEO and Crisis Manager, Radha Stirling  says, “Consensual sex for two Brits who are now both 18 is completely legal in the UK and it is easy to see how travelling teenage tourists could inadvertently break the law in Dubai. Marcus was not aware that the girl was one month away from being 18 until police showed him her passport. They were in the same school year and it didn’t cross their minds to confirm ages or check local laws in the ‘modern and liberal Las Vegas of the Middle East’, or so it’s marketed to be. “On returning to the UK, the girl's strict Indian-British mother discovered the girl’s romance and reported it to Dubai police who took it upon themselves to charge Marcus with a felony, despite confirming the act was consensual. “Dubai prosecutors have absolute discretion on whether to charge a crime or not. The law is arbitrarily enforced which adds confusion for tourists. Visitors carrying CBD vapes have been criminally charged while others have been deported and others have simply had the vapes confiscated and been permitted to continue their travel. “Police could have dismissed the report or charged Marcus with a misdemeanour like ‘offensive behavior’ and fined or deported him. Instead, they opted to charge him with a felony as though he was a paedophile which clearly, he is not." “In Dubai, the circumstances of the case can be taken into account and it is clear that Marcus did not need to be treated so poorly, to be thrown into prison for a year over a victimless crime, a holiday romance. “He has been through a tremendous amount of trauma over the past several months of judicial proceedings which for an 18 year old British tourist, is punishment enough. Marcus has spent Christmas facing detention, New Year’s behind bars and will spend his upcoming birthday in a facility that English courts have refused to extradite people to due to the ‘real risk of human rights abuses and torture’. “David Lammy’s public comments perfectly sum up the current Labour government’s attitude towards the people of Britain. The Irish government never said Tori Towey  should have ‘followed the law’ when she was charged with attempting to commit suicide while escaping domestic violence. They said it was outrageous and that she shouldn’t spend any time behind bars. They got her home. The British government never said Scott Richards  should have followed the law when he was jailed for sharing a charity page on Facebook. It’s frankly appalling that Lammy would essentially disavow his constituent and defer that he ‘should have followed the law’ when he is supposed to be fighting for him. Both Mr Lammy and Keir Starmer have every channel available to them to lobby the government of Dubai for a royal pardon or for Marcus’s sentence to be commuted as Britain has formerly done and as other countries have recently done for their citizens, even when charged with much more serious crimes. “It’s very easy for older teens and youth to get into trouble in Dubai, even when visiting with parents. There is a lot of behaviour that is commonplace and appears legal but if a finger is pointed, that person will be arrested and prosecuted. “From a political standpoint, Ireland, Canada, the US, Malaysia and Israel have saved their citizens from unjust treatment in the UAE. The UK must do the same or they will be seen as weak by their Middle Eastern allies. When weakness is sensed, it can lead to major diplomatic incidents like the Khashoggi assassination, like the attack on US yacht Nostromo, like violating Iran sanctions in Ras Al Khaimah and like the housing of Chinese military interrogation bases in Abu Dhabi. “When countries like Israel and the US stand up for their citizens, it sends a clear message of strength and diplomacy. It creates stronger diplomatic relations between the countries and shows strength. After the Abraham Accords, Israel showed itself to be swift and effective at diplomatically resolving unjust issues for their citizens and that’s why you hear very little about Israeli prosecutions in the UAE. The US has been effective in resolving cases like that of Tierra Allen, Elizabeth De Las Santos, Peter Clark and Joseph Lopez. Their diplomatic relations with the UAE are stronger for it and they are seen as strong. “If Keir Starmer and David Lammy can’t resolve a basic diplomatic matter like the unfairly lengthy incarceration of a British teen, it says they are weak and desperate. It says they are weak to British citizens, to the Middle East and weak on the world stage. How can the UK government be relied upon to represent Britain internationally, if it can’t solve a simple teen's unfair plight.  This is something that VP Elect JD Vance had resolved in just two weeks. “Marcus has been cut off from the telephone, is in solitary and is wholly dependent on the British government to represent him in diplomatic exchanges”. “Supporters of Marcus will march today (4th January 2025)  from 12:00 - 16:00. They will assemble at Parliament Square and head towards Downing Street to call on the British government to help free Marcus. “Supporters are encouraged to abstain from travel to Dubai until Marcus is free, to write to the UAE Embassy, their MP’s, members of the House of Lords, to David Lammy, MP and to their local media outlets”. Further Information, Books and Press Packs to download. And Contact and Social Media Directory. 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March for Marcus

Supporters to assemble at Parliament Square and head towards Downing Street to call on the British government to help free Marcus.

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Marcus prepares for a year in prison 18 year old Marcus Fakana turns himself in for 1 year prison sentence 18 year old Marcus Fakana was sentenced to one year in prison after being prosecuted over his holiday romance with a woman who was just one month away from being 18 at the time. Had the British teens travelled to the UAE in October instead of September, he could not have been charged. The police had discretion to charge him with a misdemeanour like “offensive behaviour” or similar, but chose to charge him with the felony of sex with an underage girl, the same law a 40 year old engaging in sex with a 14 year old would have been charged with.  Although Marcus received the lowest statutory sentence, it is clear that this could have been handled more reasonably and the prosecutors could have exercised more discretion. Rather than appealing and dragging the ordeal out for potentially no gain or even a longer sentence, Marcus made the difficult decision to turn himself in to begin his sentence. Message from Marcus Fakana Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my Fight. It's been a long fight but nothing is hard with my Lord and saviour Jesus Christ Guiding me. I'm grateful for all the people who helped by donating to me and my family of faith for supporting me. There's a fake instagram which could potentially harm my position it is called @Marcusfakana with (150K followers) The official Marcus fakana page is  @M_tside . Please go and follow as it will be the only platform where I will be speaking about my Story. Have a lovely Christmas and Amazing New Years GoodBye Marcus.F His family are advocating for a royal pardon and commuted sentence and will be continuing to push the British government, including Foreign Secretary David Lammy, for assistance. Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai , said   “We hope the government of Dubai will see that it is counter-productive to imprison a young tourist for something that is perfectly legal in his country and that, at the base of it, is terribly damaging and unfair. The experience will change Marcus forever and is completely unnecessary over consensual sex with another British tourist. “British tourists have been jailed for sex outside marriage in the past and rape victims for adultery. It was later recognised that this was unfair and laws and enforcement have significantly changed as a result. We hope Sheikh Mohamed Al Maktoum will recognise the severity of the sentence in this case with the special circumstances and show compassion towards Marcus and his family.” Speaking to Ms Stirling, Marcus said he will focus on his health and mental health when in jail.    “Marcus is hopeful that in beginning his ordeal today, he will be home sooner than he would be if he appealed.  He is requesting UK government assistance in appealing for a pardon and hopes Dubai's ruler will commute his sentence.  It is difficult to have the right words to tell a young man turning himself in for a year in Dubai prison.  He's very brave and kind and I truly hope he will be home soon”. Detained in Dubai warned visitors to contact them in the first instance.  "Don't delay contacting us and do not assume an Embassy's recommend list of local lawyers is the best choice. "If you are returning to the UAE, take precautions by instructing a  UAE Police Check . This simple act prevents arrest on arrival and would have saved many of our clients from hardship."   "Craig Ballentine, Stuart Quiney and Laleh Shahravesh would never have made headlines had they checked their status in advance",  warns Stirling. Further Information, Books and Press Packs to download. And Contact and Social Media Directory. 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Marcus Fakana JAILED

Marcus Fakana begins 1-year prison sentence in Dubai. Hoping for a pardon from @HHShkMohd
& assistance from #UKFCDO @DavidLammy

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Stuart heading home for Christmas Stuart Quiney faced a harsh sentence in Dubai over allegations he sent “threatening” emojis from Ireland to a Belgian man in Dubai. But Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai  broke the news on X that he is currently in flight from Dubai to Dublin. “Absolutely ecstatic that Stuart’s nightmare is over. These were serious allegations and it was touch and go but after an intense few weeks of work, we were able to get Stuart home with just a AED 10,000 fine. The public should be aware that Stuart was lucky to get away without going to prison. His ordeal could have been prevented had he instructed a  UAE Police Check   before travel and we’d encourage repeat visitors to investigate their status before booking. “The UAE Cybercrime Laws are so vague that almost everyone visiting the UAE is already in violation before they arrive. The UAE applies its laws extraterritorially so visitors can be charged with online communication made from outside the country, even years before travelling to the Emirates.” Stuart was very relieved to be making it home for Christmas. Before boarding, he told Ms Stirling   “Thanks again Radha for all you have done, my mother and father also can’t thank you enough for everything. Forever in your debt.” Still a little anxious while still on the ground, he continued,  “I can’t wait for that moment (boarding the flight). It has been an emotional rollercoaster the past month. Probably feel the relief when I’m in the air. Thanks again for what you have done for me. Myself and family will be forever grateful to you and your team. I’m still a bit on edge until I’m actually in the air”. Stirling confirmed Mr Quiney is expected to arrive in Dublin this evening.   “Stuart will get to spend Christmas at home and we are very happy for him and his family.” Detained in Dubai’s work will continue throughout the holiday period. Stirling says, “ Craig Ballentine was charged over a negative Google review. He was then sentenced to a fine but the prosecution appealed, they want a harsher sentence which is absolutely ridiculous for a review. The UAE shouldn’t allow local companies to even request reviews if they are going to jail people for their honesty”. 18 year old Marcus Fakana has been sentenced to one year in prison for consensual sex with someone who was one month off being 18.   “Marcus is anguishing over whether to appeal and possibly risk a harsher sentence. This is no way for a young British tourist to be spending their Christmas. It wasn’t necessary and should never have escalated beyond a misdemeanour with a fine or deportation order. Maurice Kevin O’Rourke was sentenced to life in prison for transiting through Dubai with medicinal cannabis products needed to manage his rare and life threatening Addison’s disease. The Canadian government is appealing on humanitarian grounds, given the medical support he requires. His court date is scheduled for Christmas day. It’s unfathomable what the family is going through”. Stirling urged the public to contact Detained in Dubai as quickly as possible after an arrest. The organisation works with specialist lawyers in different fields.   “It’s imperative to get the right lawyer for the job, something that’s very difficult to do when most people just use the list of lawyers provided by the Embassy”. Stirling has written an ebook guide to Lawyers in Dubai (to get your copy at the Detained in Dubai Website, click here . Or follow any of the alternative options below.) click here click here click here click here "Lawyers in Dubai. An essential Guide by Radha Stirling." 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Breaking: Irishman charged in Dubai over emojis is FREE

Stuart Quiney faced a harsh sentence in Dubai over allegations he sent “threatening” emojis is currently in flight from Dubai to Dublin.

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David Lammy essentially removed himself as Foreign Secretary in the case of Marcus Fakana.  Now, they are appealing to opposition parties to help. Tottenham MP and Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, has claimed in a Sky news interview that, “It would not be appropriate for me to comment on any individual case except to say that of course as you would expect, his family have had all the full support available” , but Marcus’s family know that’s not true. Lammy claimed that he could only act as either MP or Foreign Secretary due to “a conflict” then chose to act as MP, essentially removing himself as Foreign Secretary. Marcus’s family were stunned that he refused to act as a Foreign Secretary for Marcus. “If Marcus were from any other area in the UK, his MP would have lobbied Lammy to enter diplomatic conversations with his Dubai counterparts”, explained Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai , who is representing the family. “It’s outrageous to remove himself from the case. He clearly did not want to help or have those conversations with the Dubai government. He is absolutely fine to see a young British tourist jailed for relations with someone who was one month away from being 18, simply saying you should follow the law. "We have seen numerous unfair prosecutions over the past 17 years for ‘crimes’ like social media posts, sharing charities online, drinking alcohol provided onboard a flight, using a VPN or complaining about noise to a neighbour. David Lammy is absolutely able to diplomatically secure a non-custodial sentence for Marcus if he does his job as MP and Foreign Secretary. We and the Fakana family will lobby every constituent of Tottenham to make it well known he does not effectively represent them. We urge the British public to make their voices heard for Marcus and write to David Lammy expressing their concerns. Stirling continued, “we have contacted the opposition, including Reform UK to express our disappointment at how the labor party is handling Marcus’s life. We have recently worked with the Vice President Elect, JD Vance, who was able to get his constituents home in just two weeks. He genuinely cared and got the job done. Another client of ours has just received good news that he won’t get a custodial sentence for sending allegedly threatening emojis. Ireland got Tori Towey home in just one week while Canada got André Gauthier home despite him having around 70 separate charges against him. There is absolutely no need for a custodial sentence for Marcus. He should not lose his freedom for consensual sex with another British tourist, something that is completely legal in the UK. A fine and deportation as well as the past several months of stress and anxiety is damaging enough.” The public outcry surrounding Marcus has been widespread: “Marcus is very grateful for the support he’s received, for every single message, TikTok and social media post. He’s asking people to write to David Lammy and express their concerns over the lack of diplomatic intervention. The fact is, we see other countries helping their citizens and we’ve even see Jeremy Hunt threaten sanctions. It’s not that hard. Just ask JD Vance”. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

If Marcus Fakana spends a single day in prison, it’s on David Lammy

David Lammy is absolutely able to diplomatically secure a non-custodial sentence for Marcus if he does his job as MP and Foreign Secretary.

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18 year old facing Dubai jail over holiday romance stunned at lack of help from David Lammy & FCDO.  18 year old Marcus Fakana faces court on Monday after being charged with having sex with a 17 year old British girl while on holiday in September 2024. She has since turned 18 sparking bewilderment amongst the British youth culture who can imagine themselves in similar situations. “Is Dubai really the place to go to be cool?” “Parents of teens and even the youth themselves are questioning whether Dubai is all it’s made out to be. After the excitement of a barrage of reality tv shows that paint the city as a kind of Beverly Hills, a hot destination for young influencers and those with a dream. The reality is that it can be a very dangerous place for young people”. Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai  who is helping Marcus has been fielding questions from the public since the case went viral. Marcus Fakana and his family members told Ms Stirling today they’re upset that Mr David Lammy, MP, the Foreign Secretary, has seemingly not followed up on the case. “He sent a couple of letters but we’ve heard nothing back. I appear in court on Monday and all they have done is send a couple of letters. I am not aware of any diplomatic communications or meetings with UAE counterparts. I feel abandoned, that I am going to lose my life over this, before it’s even really begun” - Marcus Fakana Stirling has long criticised the FCDO but praised certain MP’s and Lords for their diligent attention to supporting their constituents and promoting human rights abroad. “ We have seen some superb representation from British representatives. Kenny McAskill, Emma Lewell-Buck & Crispin Blunt went above and beyond to help their constituents get home. We know it can be done and when it is, it is usually successful. We only have to look at the Vice President Elect, JD Vance, and his recent and phenomenal success in helping two Ohio brothers facing Dubai prison and Ireland’s massive intervention to bring Tori Towey home as examples of what can be achieved when there is a will. The UK is better positioned than most countries to help their citizens. “Marcus is 18 years old, but faces the demise of his entire life for being intimate with someone in his same school year, who is his same age. This is where Dubai authorities need to be intelligent about their application of the law. Marcus had consensual relations with someone his own age, from his own country while on a short holiday. He does not deserve to be locked up in Dubai Central Prison for a fling”. Detained in Dubai suggests that travel warnings are actively issued to tourists at the point of ticket purchase and that check-in operators ask passengers if they are travelling with any objects or prescriptions that could be illegal in the transit country or final destination. “This would potentially prevent unnecessary arrests and is quite a simple, non-invasive procedure to protect citizens”, says Ms Stirling. “The best solution is prevention. We encourage travellers to take our risk assessment quiz and order a police status check before visiting Dubai. This would reduce arrests significantly. “We hope Dubai authorities will see the sense in allowing Marcus to come home before Christmas. He has truly been through enough. This experience will leave lifelong scars. I really feel his pain when we talk.” Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com UAE Police Check (UAEPC): https://uaepolicecheck.com/ CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

18 year old facing Dubai jail over holiday romance stunned at lack of help from David Lammy MP

Detained in Dubai suggests that travel warnings are issued to travellers en route to Dubai at the point of ticket purchase

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Urgent requests for Saudi to reject Egypt's politically motivated extradition request A commercial sales executive, husband and father of two young children has been locked up in a Saudi Arabian jail, fighting for his freedom and life, after Egypt issued a politically motivated Interpol Red Notice and extradition request. In an X post, Virginia Congressman Don Beyer has urged KSA to halt the extradition and release him. Rep. Beyer posted,  “Ahmed Kamel was unjustly persecuted and tortured for participating in nonviolent protests during the Arab Spring in Egypt. I urge the Government of Saudi Arabia to halt his extradition to Egypt and move towards his immediate release from detention.” 33 year old Ahmed Kamel is yet another victim of the Egyptian regime’s political persecutions against those who participated in the 2011-2014 non violent protests. Ahmed Kamel joined millions across Egypt in peaceful protests but the regime’s brutal crackdown on dissent resulted in Ahmed fighting for his life after a gunshot wound. He and thousands of others were rounded up, tortured and jailed in the most horrendous conditions. Ahmed managed to escape Egypt but the regime’s attack on freedom of expression continued. Egypt repeatedly wielded the power of Interpol to have their targets harassed, arrested abroad and subjected to lengthy extradition proceedings.   “While it is against the rules of Interpol to issue an Interpol Red Notice for politically motivated reasons, countries who seek to do so can disguise their motivations by misreporting the crime”, explains Interpol and extradition expert Radha Stirling , founder of IPEX Reform , who is assisting Ahmed’s family. “Egypt is one of the most prolific offenders and has even issued Red Notices against American citizens who have never been to Egypt, just for their political views and online commentary." “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has wisely rejected politically motivated extradition requests including that of our client last year, British citizen Christopher Emms. We hope they will see the serious threat to Ahmed’s life and grave human rights violations he would face in the event he were extradited to Egypt. Egypt’s request is a politically motivated vendetta against freedom of expression, speech and opposition”. Ahmed’s American wife and two young US citizen children are desperate to get him home.   “If he is sent to Egypt, they fear they will never see him again, that he will be killed in custody and they will, too, be at risk. The whole family is in distress”, relays Stirling. “We are hopeful Saudi will deny the extradition and release Ahmed as soon as possible. We also encourage Elon Musk's DOGE to review US membership with Interpol. The US is the largest Interpol donor but Interpol is too often weaponized by member states with poor human rights records who target US persons for their political vendettas. Interpol enjoys complete immunity but unlimited power to destroy people’s lives and risk their freedom. All of this is being funded by the United States. “We will request Interpol delete the Red Notice against Mr Kamel but once extradition proceedings are underway, sometimes it can be too late as we saw in the very public case of Hakeem al-Araibi". Stirling recently assisted US citizen Sherif Osman who also faced extradition to Egypt for his political views. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Virginia Congressman urges Saudi to halt extradition

Husband and father of two is in a Saudi jail, after Egypt issued a politically motivated Interpol Red Notice and extradition request.

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Breaking: Irishman faces Dubai prison over drunken emojis A 39 year old property renovator from Laragh in County Wicklow is facing Dubai jail after being accused of sending threatening emojis from Ireland to a Belgian acquaintance he says took his possessions without permission. In January 2022, Stuart Quiney accompanied his friend to Dubai to help him set up his new life. He was introduced to a Belgian resident who assisted his friend to get an apartment by providing a local ID. Stuart stayed with his friend for two months, enjoying a short break from the Irish winter. The keen golfer and gardener had intended to return a week later to spend more time with his friend. He left some of his belongings in the apartment. While both he and his friend were away, the Belgian let himself into the place and removed all of their personal belongings without permission. Stuart was understandably upset and hoped he’d be able to recover his things, they were personal to him including small but sentimental gifts from his late grandmother. Stuart drafted multiple legal letters but they were completely ignored. “I don’t really mind the clothes, it’s just those things that were my grandmother’s and a gift from a friend that is very important to me”, he told crisis manager Radha Stirling , the founder of Detained in Dubai . “I came over in June last year and sent him a few messages, basically saying I wanted my things back or I would go to the police but I got no reply again”. After returning to Ireland, he got some more bad news. His grandmother was suffering dementia and being moved into a home. “It hit him very hard”, relays Stirling. “She is his best friend. He dealt with the pain by drinking alcohol, something he only does once or twice a year. In a drunken state, he must remembered the theft of his other grandmother’s gift, reached for his phone and sent some emojis (eg. ninja man and blood drop) to the Belgian.” Mr Quiney told Ms Stirling, “I very rarely drink so this is completely out of character for me. I’ve never been in trouble with the law” He didn’t think anything of it when he booked his next flight to visit his friend. In fact, he did not even remember sending them at the time or afterwards. “It was a very difficult time”, When Stuart arrived on the 6th of September, he was immediately taken into custody, transported to Al Barsha police station and told he could not leave the country. 12 weeks later, Stuart is still stuck in Dubai and set to go in front of a prosecutor tomorrow. He has been advised that he could face several years in prison under strict laws that prohibit rude, offensive or threatening text messages, even if expressed sarcastically, jokingly between close friends or loved ones. “Stuart’s mother has been in touch with the accuser and they have both apologised, but he has said he won’t withdraw the case.” Radha Stirling has said on many occasions that Dubai’s strict laws are often abused by complainants who open police cases merely as a means to extort victims. “It’s unconscionable that this is allowed to happen. It puts people at risk of false allegations and wrongful prosecutions”. Stuart is currently staying with a friend while on a travel ban. He is relying on financial support from his family, can’t work and is suffering sleepless nights, sickness and extreme anxiety. “He fears he won’t see his beloved grandmother before she passes and is praying he gets home before Christmas. “ It’s important for repeat visitors to Dubai to obtain a police check in advance of travel. Checking prior to travel prevents a significant number of arrests and would have prevented the gruelling nightmares that both Stuart Quiney and Craig Ballentine are experiencing now. “Northern Ireland resident Craig Ballentine is also facing Dubai justice over a negative online review made from the UK before he travelled. “Previously, Laleh Sharahvesh was arrested over a five year old Facebook post made from England. “The UAE’s Cybercrime laws are highly dangerous to tourists. They are unclear, subjective, arbitrarily enforced and the punishments can be severe.” Stuart and his family are reaching out to Wicklow representatives, Edward Timmins, TD, John Brady (SF), Jennifer Whitmore (SD) and Simon Harris (FG) for help. “It wasn’t an ideal message but it was made at a very distressing time in Stuart’s life. He has apologised and regrets the message but was clearly provoked by the removal of his personal items and the frustrating lack of response from the complainant. He’s suffered extreme stress, anxiety and health issues from being forced to stay in Dubai for the past three months while anticipating prison. The UAE needs an expeditious legal process for tourists who should be deported or banned from re-entering at worst. “We also suggest authorities investigate complainants who misuses the criminal justice system for cash”. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Irishman faces Dubai prison over text message emoji

An Irish National is facing Dubai jail after being accused of sending threatening emojis.

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Shocking life sentence for 64 year old Ontario man, from Mississauga, for his own doctor recommended medicine. Canadian carpenter Maurice Kevin O’Rourke (“Kevin”), was transiting through Dubai on his way to South Africa to meet colleagues when he was charged for carrying his own medicine essential to alleviate his Addison’s disease symptoms. Kevin, who suffers from the rare and life-threatening Addison’s disease, uses CBD oil and cannabis as recommended by his Canadian doctor to manage his chronic pain.  It is completely legal in Canada, even without a prescription. While traveling from Canada to Africa, Kevin didn't think his medical use CBD would be an issue. However, on July 3rd, he was stopped, searched, and detained at Dubai International Airport. During the search, authorities discovered the CBD oil, CBD, and cannabis that Kevin was carrying for personal use. The Arrest Pamela O’Rourke, his wife of 42 years explained,   “Kevin suffers from Addison’s disease. He’s in chronic pain and was prescribed Cannabis and CBD oil for pain management and sleep. He was arrested and taken to Al Awir prison where he has been since July. “ When he was arrested, local doctors  had a hard time getting the medications, which impacted his immune system. He contracted an MRSA infection, had 2 emergency surgeries, spent 40 days in hospital and has subsequently been fighting an infection. He has an open wound in prison, in 3 months he went from being strong and healthy to being in a wheelchair. It’s been incredibly distressing and life threatening for him.” The Sentence “On the 31st of October, Kevin was sentenced to life in prison. Our world fell apart. Our daughter Maegan and I are shattered. We’re in disbelief. Kevin accepts that he shouldn’t have travelled while on medication but he doesn’t deserve to spend the rest of his life in prison. It was an innocent mistake.” Radha Stirling , Crisis Manager and CEO of human rights organisation Detained in Dubai  who i s helping the family, has seen numerous arrests over prescription medication, including pain medication like Codeine. “There is a lot of confusion over whether certain medication is allowed in Dubai. Staff at the UAE Embassy have even given contradictory advice to visitors and enforcement of the laws is arbitrary. Many visitors with CBD have been denied entry/deported while others have had their controlled substances confiscated and been allowed to continue their holiday. It can be very confusing and a lot of tourists make the mistake of believing, as Kevin did, that their prescription is valid or medication allowed everywhere. Countries need to have some understanding and compassion for people who genuinely intended no wrong. “Unfortunately, Dubai police and prosecutors are incentivised to prosecute drug cases, even when we are talking about prescription meds for personal use. “It is unfathomable that Kevin was sentenced to life in prison and a 500,000 AED fine (around $190,000 CAD). The reason for the harsh sentence is that the prosecution combined the weights of each medicine to ensure it exceeded 100g and that he would get the harshest sentence. He brought 118g in total, consisting of cannabis, cbd and cbd oil. Had they charged the amounts individually, he would not have been handed such a shocking sentence. “ Even without a custodial sentence, $190,000 is a huge amount that most people cannot afford. If they can’t pay the fine, they won’t be allowed to leave”. Appeal Kevin is appealing the sentence and has been given a trial date of Christmas day this year. If the original judgement is upheld, Kevin will die in Dubai jail.   “Dubai’s prison system will not provide adequate medical care and he will be deprived of necessary medication and care”, adds Stirling. “The suffering of prisoners is not of concern to authorities in the UAE. British grandfather Albert Douglas has first hand experience of being denied heart medication and denied surgery for broken bones he suffered after being beaten by prison guards. “Kevin will not survive in their care. He is too fragile and at risk of infection and life threatening complications as a result of his disease. We urge the Canadian government and particularly his MP, Peter Fonseca, to work with their counterparts in the UAE to help Kevin home. The last thing either country wants is a death in custody. “We have seen rapists and murderers sentenced to just a few years in jail. How can the courts sentence an older man to life in prison for possessing medication for personal use. This is a man who has made a genuine mistake. Dubai needs to be sensible here. He was just in transit and did not intentionally put himself in harm's way. He is ill and in need of ongoing and constant medical care. From a human rights perspective, we hope the government of Dubai will understand and allow him to come home”. Family Impact The impact on the O’Rourke family has been devastating. Their health, family, business and finances have been destroyed.   “There need to be more warnings”, says Ms Stirling. “If the airlines were required to provide travel advice to customers at the time of booking the flight or even at the gate, many arrests would be prevented. Had Kevin realised, he simply wouldn’t have flown. Even if we argue that ignorance is no excuse, why not do everything we can to educate travellers? Dubai has become a leading international transit hub, is marketed as a modern city and it’s foreseeable that people can easily be confused by the laws which are frequently changing. Most people would have no idea that their social media posts violate the law, or that cannabis residue stays in your body for up to two months and possessing it in your bloodstream in Dubai is a crime. Visitors have been arrested for codeine and all sorts of medications. Canadian Government Intervention “We hope the Canadian government is able to help Kevin as they did   André Gauthier and hope the government of Dubai shows some mercy to his family. “We have written to Peter Fonseca, MP and hope he can work with Mélanie Joly PC MP and Justin Trudeau, PM to help the O’Rourke family before it’s too late.” Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Ontario man sentenced to LIFE in Dubai jail over meds

Ontario man sentenced to LIFE in Dubai jail over meds needed for rare Addison's disease.

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An 18 year old Tottenham resident’s holiday with his parents has turned into a months-long ordeal that could lead to 20 years in prison after he was charged with sex with woman who was 17 at the time.  She's now 18. Marcus Fakana joined his parents for what was supposed to be a short holiday from the 26th of August. During his vacation, he met a fellow Londoner staying at the same hotel, and a holiday romance blossomed. They tried to spend as much time as they could together during their trip and got along so well, they hoped the romance would continue on their return home. ‘We had a wonderful time together. We really liked each other but she was secretive with her (British-Indian) family because they were strict. My parents knew about our relationship but she couldn’t tell hers. She had to meet me without telling them it was to see a boy”,  Marcus recalls. “When she left, I couldn’t wait to see her again when I got home. Then suddenly, police knocked on our hotel door. They said they were taking me in for questioning but wouldn't tell me why. I couldn’t imagine what for. I was frightened and my parents were terrified”. Marcus was held at the notorious Al Barsha Police Station for three days, unable to make a phone call or speak with his parents. “They were worried sick”,  reports Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai who is assisting Marcus. “He was told his girlfriend’s mother had reported the relationship to authorities in Dubai after she had arrived back in London. Marcus later found out the mother had looked on her daughter’s phone and found their chats and pictures. She was furious and reported him to Dubai's police. “This is clearly a very strict mother to involve police in a private matter that is completely legal in the country where she lives and where the children have grown up. Perhaps she wasn’t aware that she triggered the possibility of a young man of only 18 spending the next 20 years in prison. “Dubai has only recently legalised out of wedlock sex for tourists but still hosts a strict Islamic legal system. The girl was just a few months younger than Marcus and he didn’t know that at the time. Since his arrest, she has turned 18 and Marcus would not be facing 20 years in jail. This is not something Dubai should be prosecuting.  “Parents will be scared to take their older teenagers on vacation with them where they could end up losing their lives over behaviour that’s completely legal in their own countries”, adds Stirling. Marcus and his family are calling on local MP, Rt Hon David Lammy for assistance. Ms Stirling, an expert witness herself, says, “Mr Lammy MP was appointed as the Foreign Secretary in July 2024 and is in a perfect position to help young Marcus. Dubai police have the power to drop the case against Marcus and let him come home. This is not something we want to do to young people and we ask Mr Lammy MP to convey this message to his counterparts in the UAE”. Marcus told Ms Stirling today, “I’m living in Airbnb’s that are costing my family £2,000 per month. They had to go home to work. They earn a humble living, my mother is a cleaner and my dad works in a warehouse. They saved up for this one off holiday and they have now used all of their savings. The police demanded 10,000 AED for bail which I’ve been told is not normal and the costs are mounting. I’m here all alone. I pray this nightmare will be over and I’ll be home for Christmas. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

18yr old Londoner detained in Dubai over sex with 17 year old Brit

UK resident’s holiday became an ordeal that could lead to 20 years in prison after being charged with sex with woman who was 17 at the time

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Trish McCabe, from Dublin, is begging the Irish government to get her daughter and granddaughter home. “It’s not that complicated”, she says. Her daughter Alma, 36, and granddaughter Isabella, 4, have been stuck in Abu Dhabi since March 2022 as her German ex-husband put a travel ban on Isabella. The UAE family courts have awarded Alma full custody and parental responsibility but the Irish Embassy has so far not pushed the UAE to delete a travel ban placed on Isabella during a custody dispute. “My daughter has been through an unbelievable traumatic time in the Emirates. It’s been hell but she’s won all parental rights and thought she’d be able to return home to Ireland. She’s won everything. All she wants is to come home to her family and the only thing standing in her way is a local travel ban. “The Embassy has said they can’t really do anything but it’s a really simple request. She has custody. Isabella is an Irish citizen, was born in Ireland and they just need to come home. After everything they’ve been through, we just want to be reunited”, pleaded Alma. Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai , who worked with the Irish government to get Tori Towey home, weighed in, “I’ve come to know Alma and her mum Trish recently. They were hoping the custody win would remove the travel ban on Isabella and it should have, but unfortunately, things move very slowly in the UAE and there is little concern for the effect this is having on Alma and Isabella." " If they are to be free to leave the UAE, it’s going to require some diplomatic conversations between the Irish and UAE governments and we hope they will get involved and bring these citizens home. “When marriages end in Dubai, the legal process is a nightmare for foreigners. It’s something to consider for families and couples considering relocating. If anything goes wrong, they are faced with an often unfair and painful judiciary. " "Despite the odds being stacked against her, Alma has won her cases and wants nothing more than to be home for Christmas and able to heal from a truly difficult and frightening experience.” Alma and Trish have reached out to representatives including Taoiseach Simon Harris, Mary Lou McDonald and Michael Martin. Detained in Dubai suggests the government of Ireland liaise with the UAE’s foreign office and Ambassador to help Alma home. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Irish mother pleads for help as daughter & granddaughter stuck in UAE

Trish McCabe, wants the Irish government to get her daughter and granddaughter out of Abu Dhabi where theyve been trapped since March 2022 .

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Craig Ballentine on X Spaces: NI man detained in Dubai over Google review to speak in live X Spaces Northern Ireland man facing Dubai jail over online Google review is set to join Detained in Dubai CEO, Radha Stirling , on X Spaces . Craig Ballentine will be joined by close friend Sean Morgan, who spoke of the ordeal, "It’s ridiculous. Craig is the kindest man you’ll ever meet. He’s always volunteering and helping others. He has been treated appallingly and he just doesn’t deserve it." Ms Stirling, who is representing Craig, announced “The amount of support Craig has is quite incredible. We’ve had members of government and the House of Lords reach out to offer assistance as well as the public offering to lend a hand. Charging someone for an online review is something everyone can imagine happening to them. We’ve received an influx of worried tourists contacting us to check their police status in Dubai and it’s certainly a good idea. “If it is illegal to leave anything other than a five star review, perhaps Dubai based tourist hotspots shouldn’t allow reviews at all.” “The Australian woman who opened this case against Craig could drop it at any time. He deleted the review and even apologised in a mercy bid but she seems keen to weaponize the UAE justice system and have him locked up. Complainants can be vindictive or in many instances, are seeking financial payouts to drop criminal cases. It’s quite ugly but the practice is rewarded and therefore encouraged. “I look forward to hosting Craig on X, Sean and other friends and family who may join. I encourage people to participate, ask questions and discuss the issues”. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Craig Ballentine on X Spaces: NI man detained in Dubai over Google review to speak in live X Spaces

Northern Ireland man facing Dubai jail over online Google review is set to join Detained in Dubai CEO, Radha Stirling, on X Spaces.

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Friends and family rally behind Belfast man arrested in Dubai over Google review Friends and family have rallied behind Craig Ballentine, an autism support worker from Northern Ireland who faces prosecution in Dubai over a negative Google review. His mother, Margaret Ballentine, called on the Foreign Office and UAE Ambassador to help. “I am very worried for my son and I’m calling on the Foreign Office to help him and for the UAE Ambassador to see that the charges against my son are just very silly. This has all been so stressful. The thought of Craig going to prison over a Google review is just horrendous, we are all suffering sleepless nights and anxiety. It’s just not something I ever imagined possible. How can someone be so vindictive as to lock another up over a negative social media review? Why couldn’t she just ask him to take it down? Why criminalise someone and try to jail them? This is going too far. He didn’t use bad language, he just expressed his views which is what you’re supposed to do on review sites. We call on the government, the Foreign Office and Dubai authorities to please let our son come home”. Close friend Sean Morgan also had something to say. A close friend of Craig’s is furious. Sean Morgan, who has known Craig for years, is helping as much as he can, but is upset at the thought that an online post could see his friend locked up in Dubai’s notorious jails.   “Since Craig’s arrest, I’ve learned that it’s actually common for tourists to be arrested for leaving a 1 or 2 star reviews of tourist facilities like hotels or restaurants. I had no idea. How can a tourist destination make it illegal to say anything bad about service providers? 99% of tourists aren’t going to know this. I had no idea that the law could be applied to reviews made from outside the country too. It’s ridiculous. Craig is the kindest man you’ll ever meet. He’s always volunteering and helping others. He has been treated appallingly and he just doesn’t deserve it. I’m doing everything I can to help get him home. I’m asking people to share his story and raise awareness. We need to do more than that though, we need tourists to be aware they could be jailed for an internet post. They need to know this before even booking a flight. Why aren’t these nightmare stories all over the travel advisory website, the newspapers and travel agencies?” Advanced Police Checks recommended for Dubai tourists. Radha Stirling , CEO o f Detained in Dubai , who  is helping Craig has advised tourists and expats who have visited or lived in the UAE before to check their police status before travelling. “If Craig knew it was a good idea to check his criminal status in advance of flying to Dubai, he would have found out there was a case against him and we could have dealt with it from the safety of abroad. The vast majority of arrests on arrival are preventable by taking this simple precaution. Travel agencies and the Foreign Office should recommend this on their websites. “We urge citizens to get in touch with us and arrange a police check before travel. This preventative action is a life saver for many”. Detained in Dubai has dealt with over 20,000 cases since 2008 and suggests their annual numbers would drop significantly if repeat visitors to the country checked their status before travel. “We are pushing for diplomatic intervention in Craig’s case. Nobody should be locked up abroad or even pushed through the judicial process over an online review. JD Vance was very effective in helping his constituents and the government of Ireland recently secured Tori Towey’s release. We are very hopeful for a positive outcome for Craig too”. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Mother of Belfast man detained in Dubai over Google review calls for help

Friends and family have rallied behind Craig Ballentine, an autism support worker from Northern Ireland who faces prosecution in Dubai

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A 33 year old Belfast autism support worker faces prison in Dubai over an online review he made from Northern Ireland months before holidaying in the UAE. “ This case will send shockwaves to tourists and expats who feel safe posting online from the safety of their own countries” ,   warns Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai , who is helping Cookstown resident, Craig Ballentine. Ballentine was arrested three weeks ago when he arrived in Abu Dhabi for a short vacation to visit friends. Surprised and bewildered, he was transported to Dubai to face charges of slander under the UAE’s strict cybercrime laws  that prohibit any form of online criticism. “We’ve seen people arrested for complaining to customer service or for leaving online reviews on hotels and rental car agencies”, confirms Ms Stirling. Laleh Shahravesh  was arrested for a private Facebook post she had made years before arriving in the tourist destination. “Petty arrests are damaging to Dubai. The UAE’s laws are so far from international standards that almost everyone who visits is already technically a criminal”. In 2023, Craig accepted a role as a dog groomer and one of Dubai’s canine salons. He was employed for almost six months before requiring a couple of days off due to sickness. He was diagnosed with fibromyalgia , informed his boss and sent in his doctor’s certificate but much to his surprise and against Dubai employment law, she registered him as “absconded” with authorities and caused him a legal nightmare. He was now unemployed and trying to remove the travel ban from his passport so he could go home to Northern Ireland. It took him all of two months and thousands of pounds. “We’ve seen people arrested for complaining to customer service or for leaving online reviews on hotels and rental car agencies” After picking up the pieces, he left an online review of the grooming centre and his former boss, noting the problems she had caused him. It wasn’t an abusive post and he had no idea that several months later, he would become a criminal and face prosecution. He is now stuck in the country, absent from his employment as a support worker with autistic people and facing two years in prison. “Craig has been advised by local lawyers there is almost zero chance of the case against him being dropped”, says Stirling. “When someone is offended, even if they are at fault, they can open a criminal prosecution out of spite. Craig deleted the post, apologised but still faces jail. It’s outrageous. “The UAE’s recently enacted Cybercrime laws are a nightmare for foreigners. It is sufficient for a complainant to simply   tell  police that someone posted something offensive or rude. The police don’t even need to see the actual post. The complainants have all the power and often demand money from the accused to close out the case. It’s a means for vindictive people to extort. Once a criminal case is won, they can also open civil cases for massive damages. The system incentivises it. Flatmates, co-workers and even spouses have abused this law and we find that it’s often foreigners who are taking advantage. In this case, both parties are Western and most people wouldn’t dream of opening a similar case in their own countries but seem quite happy to open them in the UAE”. Ballentine’s parents thought he was dead when they didn't hear from him. “Mum was so upset and stressed, she thought I was dead”, Ballentine told Stirling in a phone call. Ballentine frequently engages in voluntary work and has dedicated his life to helping others. “Craig needs to get home and get to work. It’s atrocious that authorities are allowing such frivolous criminal reports to entangle visitors in the system. The sheer number of cybercrime reports they receive must be significant. There are no protections or safeguards and people’s lives are being ruined. “ We have reached out to Craig’s local representative, Michelle O’Neil  to implore her to make diplomatic representations to the UAE’s Ambassador and FCDO. We hope she can assist in the same way Ireland helped Tori Towey come home”. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Belfast man arrested in UAE for Google review

Ballentine was arrested three weeks ago when he arrived in Abu Dhabi for a short vacation to visit friends.

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52 year old Charles Wimberly faced years in prison after being charged with trafficking his own prescription medicine. Radha Stirling   confirms the case against him has been dropped after the group, Detained in Dubai , lobbied for his release. Atlantic Black Star “I was texting Charles Monday morning while he was at the Dubai courts when authorities broke the news that he would be allowed to leave”,  confirmed overjoyed Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  who has been helping Mr Wimberly. “Charles and his family are greatly relieved that he will be allowed to fly home and that he will make it back in time for the election and for his surgery. “It has been an extremely traumatic time for all. Facing time in a Middle Eastern prison is nothing short of a nightmare. With Charles’ preexisting medical requirements, chronic pain and PTSD, any time in prison could have been life threatening. “I thank Rep. Mike Collins for his concern, the media for their important support, those who rallied behind him on social media, including fellow Veteran Joseph Lopez and his family who are still re-adjusting after their Dubai ordeal." Last week, Mr Wimberly confessed, “My PTSD is at a very high level right now... I’m so tired of crying... I can’t stop shaking. My daughter is so upset… I feel like I’ve let everyone down. “I’m hurting because I served my country, and I just want to go home.” Ms Stirling added,   “Charles is expected to fly out from Dubai at the first opportunity and is utterly relieved that his ordeal is finally over”. “ However, this is not an isolated incident. Numerous Americans are being arrested, prosecuted and jailed, even where there is no evidence of any crime. A mere allegation is sufficient evidence to lock someone up. The UAE judiciary is noted by the English High Court for unfair trials, discrimination, human rights abuses and torture. It’s not about 'knowing the law' as Candace Owens argued in her podcast, it’s about deep rooted issues within the justice system. When Americans can be locked up on the basis of an allegation, locked up by influential locals who seek to extort them, locked up over a social media post they made in the United States years before travelling, or residual hashish in their bloodstream from up to two months before travel, a glass of wine provided onboard a flight, or complaining about a service to a customer service operator, we can not blame the victim. “The UAE is not safe from these kinds of abuses and we will continue to see tourists facing human rights abuses in the country. Social media influencers and celebrities portray the destination as a safe party place but crime statistics are censored and victims of the justice system are dismissed.” Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Georgia Navy Vet detained over prescriptions FREED

Radha Stirling confirms the case against Charles Wimberly has been dropped after the group, Detained in Dubai, lobbied for his release.

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An Irish mother urged the government to issue an Interpol Red Notice against her Egyptian husband, Ramy Gamal Maamoun Mohamed, who locked Mandy Kelly in an apartment while on holiday in Egypt and abducted their children. Since the event, Ms Kelly has been awarded custody of her two children in both Ireland and Egypt, but her husband is in hiding. Interpol & Extradition expert,  Radha Stirling , has dealt with multiple cases of international child abduction over the past decade. “Ms Kelly is fortunate that Egyptian authorities have agreed with the findings of the Irish courts and wish for her to be reunited with her children. In other cases, we’ve seen courts in the Middle East usually side with the first person to apply for a custody order and they tend to favour the father”, explained Ms Stirling, founder of Detained in Dubai . Mother asks MP’s to push Middle Eastern allies to join Hague Convention on Child Abduction “There is a trend towards living abroad in places like Dubai and that has proven to be a nightmare if facing a custody dispute. It’s also becoming increasingly common to enter multicultural marriages which puts children at risk of being kidnapped and taken to one parent’s home country. When the home country is not a member of the Hague Convention, it has proven quite easy to abduct children. The abductor simply files a custody application and in most cases, they are successful, particularly because they are a national of that country and are favoured by the courts. “The courts don’t care if the other parent has an Irish or UK court order. They are not bound by it. I have cautioned parents against holidaying or allowing their children to holiday in riskier countries. It’s simply not worth it.” Interpol Red Notice Ms Stirling noted,  “Western countries have been apprehensive to issue Interpol Red Notices in cases of child abduction, especially like in this case where the event occurred in another jurisdiction. However, parents need to feel assured that authorities take child abduction by a parent as seriously as they would if it were a stranger. Child abduction has become normalised and dismissed as simply a ‘dispute’ between bickering spouses. “An Interpol Red Notice can be issued against the father in this case for human trafficking (luring the children to Egypt under false pretences, and kidnapping. Countries in the Middle East have listed Irish citizens on Interpol for petty reasons like bank debt. The Irish government should not hesitate to issue an Interpol warrant in this case either”. Abuse Warning Interpol is open to abuse and weaponisation by vindictive and dangerous spouses. Significant evidence of criminal activity should be necessary to activate a Notice. Further Information, Contact and Social Media Directory Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai  & Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Gulf Investment Monitor: https://www.gulfinvestmentmonitor.com/   Princess Latifa: www.princesslatifa.org   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Mother calls on Ireland to issue Interpol Red Notice to recover kidnapped children from Egypt

Interpol is open to abuse and weaponisation by vindictive and dangerous spouses.

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Irish citizens warned: New risky UAE Extradition Treaty following Tori Towey case. Two bilateral treaties on extradition and mutual legal assistance have been signed by Ireland and the UAE, but Ireland’s pursuit of high profile targets has come at a price. The case of Tori Towey highlighted the widespread judicial issues in the UAE. Tori was arrested and charged with attempted suicide after trying to escape domestic violence. The newly executed bilateral extradition treaty that Ireland has now signed with the UAE, puts Irish citizens at risk of the Emirates justice system.   Interpol & Extradition  expert, Radha Stirling , who founded Detained in Dubai  and represented Tori Towey, has issued a warning to Irish citizens in wake of the new extradition treaty. Stirling has represented endless individuals who have found themselves wrongfully listed on Interpol’s Red Notice databases and facing extradition to the UAE. As an expert witness in such matters, she founded   IPEX Reform  to tackle human rights violations caused by extradition treaties with the United Arab Emirates. In 2023, Stirling warned Ireland of the treaty’s potential to result in egregious human rights violations for innocent Irish citizens.   “As illustrated in Tori Towey’s case and thousands of others, the UAE has a history of charging and convicting innocent individuals. They now have an avenue to pursue the extradition of Irish citizens under the same judiciary that has been noted for unfair investigations, charges and convictions without evidence , discrimination, human rights violations and torture”, explains Stirling. Kinahan cartel: Human rights group warns of risks with Dubai-Ireland extradition deal - SundayWorld.com “For years, the UAE has pursued British citizens through the courts costing the UK taxpayer hundreds of millions. Even where there is no dual criminality (ie. debt), lengthy extradition proceedings are still part of the deal and each time a citizen is wrongfully pursued, they are at risk of being sent to a country noted for brutality within the prison system. Why should Irish citizens have to go through months if not years of legal proceedings because the UAE justice system pointed a finger? “It’s all very well to posture the treaty as beneficial to Ireland in that they MAY succeed in extraditing a few targets, but at what cost? I guarantee the UAE will exploit the treaty at great human cost to the victims of their lawfare and to the Irish taxpayer”. Tori Towey spoke in an   X Live Spaces  about the sheer number of people facing criminal charges over financial matters like home rental defaults, rental car disputes, credit card debts, mortgages and loans. The reality is that financial defaults are criminalised by the widespread practice of reporting them to police under the category of theft, breach of trust or fraud. The HSBC boss himself said “jailing debtors works”  and banks in the UAE still report debtors to Interpol and pursue their arrest and extradition abroad. “The Irish courts will have to give significant time considering whether these extradition requests for fraud meet the criteria for dual criminality. Banks will use this as a way to go after their customers and citizens will be at genuine risk of extradition to the UAE”,  adds Stirling. The expert warns Irish citizens who feel they are at risk to get in touch so that   preventative action  can be taken. “The best way to deal with the risk of pursuit over financial crime is to strike first. We help citizens lodge preventative documents with Interpol to make sure a Red Notice is never activated in the first place. We also deal with banks and claimants to stop them in their tracks. This is, by far, the best option to protect one’s self in advance and secure them against being arrested or subjected to unfair, lengthy and costly extradition proceedings”. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Irish citizens warned: UAE extradition treaty puts them at risk - Stark warning after Tori Towey case

Two bilateral treaties on extradition and mutual legal assistance have been signed by Ireland and the UAE

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The Gulf in Justice Podcast dives into the weaponisation of law enforcement against crypto industry entrepreneurs. Radha Stirling talks with Simon Tadros, a tech entrepreneur who was extradited from Ukraine to Belgium, a country he had never even been to. Simon tells a story of what can happen to savvy entrepreneurs when law enforcement gets it wrong. Interpol and extradition specialist, Radha Stirling, has represented a number of crypto entrepreneurs who have been wrongfully targeted by law enforcement and swept up in a new, worrying trend towards universal jurisdiction. “Countries are trying to extradite entrepreneurs who have never even visited the requesting country. It’s dangerous and open to abuse. There is significant pressure on law enforcement to crackdown on crypto users and entrepreneurs and they are misusing Interpol and the extradition process to export their authority internationally. “We can not allow a precedent to be set whereby any country can, without evidence, have someone extradited to their country, especially those who have never even been there. Imagine if Saudi or China began requesting the same?” Simon Tadros was detained in Ukraine, extradited to Belgium to face unfair and unevidenced allegations. He was ultimately released which exemplifies how law enforcement and universal jurisdiction are a great threat to the safety of individuals, putting them at risk of egregious human rights violations. “What Simon has been through is disgraceful. He will not be compensated for the wrongful extradition, for the damage to his reputation, business and the personal toll it has taken on him and his family.” Stirling successfully helped British national, Christopher Emms, defend extradition from Saudi Arabia to the US and has appealed to Interpol to remove the Red Notice issued by the US in violation of Interpol’s rules. “I hope Simon’s case acts as a warning to Western law enforcement agencies who are haphazardly extraditing targets and ruining their lives, only to realise there is no genuine case”. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Crypto Entrepreneur Wrongfully Extradited: An Emerging Threat.

The Gulf in Justice Podcast dives into the weaponisation of law enforcement against crypto industry entrepreneurs.

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Ireland executed an extradition treaty  with the UAE in hope of securing the prosecution of Daniel Kinahan and those close to him. With Sean McGovern’s arrest in Dubai, Irish politicians are hoping for some wins. Interpol and extradition expert and CEO of   Detained in Dubai , Radha Stirling , warns the process may not be as straightforward as Ireland hopes. “Although extradition has a lawful basis, the decision as to whether to extradite someone largely comes down to political motivation and quid pro quo deals, balanced against the influence of the particular individual wanted for extradition. “If the target is well connected in Dubai, the chance of extradition is minimised. While Ireland may want this individual, there may be pressure to cooperate with UAE requests that would potentially put Irish citizens at risk of human rights violations. “The UK has denied extraditions to the UAE on the basis of the ‘real risk of human rights violations, unfair trials and torture’ and Ireland needs to consider this before any deals are made. Some extraditions from the UAE have been swift and facilitated with little warning while others have been wholly denied and this largely depends on political motivations. “The UAE has been accused of providing safe haven to wanted persons while others have been flown out in the middle of the night without due process. We are seeing more and more cooperation with Western nations but at what cost? Whatever deals Ireland is doing with the UAE to push through the Kinahan extraditions should be closely scrutinised as they could directly impact the safety of Irish citizens. “The UAE has denied South Africa’s relentless pressure to extradite the Gupta Brothers and the arrest and processing of McGovern does not guarantee his ultimate extradition. Most countries take four months to several years to finalise rulings so Ireland could be in for a long haul”. Stirling notes that extraditions have been denied by Dubai for a lack of evidence and for procedural or other technical breaches by the requesting nation. Ms Stirling founded the organisation   IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform  and is an expert witness in extradition cases as well as Interpol Red Notice prevention and deletion. She's been a leading voice against Interpol abuse for over 16 years. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Will Dubai extradite alleged Kinahan associate Sean McGovern

Ireland executed an extradition treaty with the UAE in hope of securing the prosecution of Daniel Kinahan and those close to him.

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Breaking: 52 year old disabled Navy Veteran and PTSD sufferer faces years in Dubai prison over prescription CBD and Ibuprofen to combat chronic pain. NGO, Detained in Dubai , is calling on his representatives to get involved. Charles Wimberly, from Covington, Georgia, comes from a strong military background. His father served in the US military and his brother in the Air Force. Sadly, Mr Wimberly suffers a degenerative joint disease of the spine that requires ongoing care and medication, including spinal injections. He was scheduled for surgery in November with an expected six month long recovery time, so was quite excited to go on a pre-surgery holiday to the UAE. After arriving on the 21st of September, Charles filled his six days abroad with full day tours. From 8am - 10pm, he saw all the tourist sites while managing his pain with prescriptions. On the 27th of September, the fun was over and Charles headed to DXB for his long flight home, but he was pulled aside by airport security when he beeped going through pre-departure screening. The staff found his prescription Ibuprofen and CBD oil and despite him presenting his prescriptions, he was locked up. “It’s every tourist’s nightmare”,  explains Crisis Manager  Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai who is helping Mr Wimberly. “Charles was locked up and deprived of his prescription medication as well as meds to manage his diabetes and sleep apnea causing him to suffer a diabetic episode. He’s a good man who does not partake in drugs (as evidenced in his medical history). All he wanted was one last holiday before his debilitating surgery. “Charles had unfortunately been provided with some misinformation on the internet in respect of prescription medicine. He thought he was abiding by the law but is now facing a possible 3+ year sentence for ‘trafficking’ his own prescription meds. “If he is not released imminently, he will miss his surgery in Georgia and the UAE will not provide him with any medical treatment. If he stays in Dubai, things will become very bad very quickly for Charles. His family, especially his daughter, are extremely concerned for his health and welfare”. Mr Wimberly has been granted bail but cannot leave the country. “This leaves him forced to stay in hotels while he awaits prosecution. Charles can not afford the unexpected hotel bills, medical or legal bills. For many”, adds Stirling, “the process is the punishment”. Mr Wimberly told Stirling today, “My PTSD is at a very high level right now.. I'm so tired of crying.. I can't stop shaking. My daughter is so upset… I feel like I've let everyone down”. Ms Stirling was given thanks by Ohio Residents Joseph and Joshua Lopez who were freed from Dubai two weeks ago with the help of Detained in Dubai and Senator JD Vance. “We’ve worked with a number of US representatives to help bring home Americans facing unfair prosecution in the United Arab Emirates”. More and more cases involving US citizens in the UAE have come to light recently. The Lopez brothers faced prison after being drugged and robbed at a yacht party. Tierra Allen was targeted by a rental car company, Elizabeth de los Santos for lightly touching a security officer and Peter Clark, for having residual cannabis in his bloodstream that was consumed legally in Las Vegas weeks before travel. “JD Vance’s diligence and care was of paramount importance for our clients, air force Veteran Joseph Lopez and his brother Joshua. Without that kind of support, the brothers would likely still be there. “We will be reaching out to Charles' representatives first thing Tuesday morning. We need to get this long serving Veteran home for his surgery”. Charles and his daughter, Candis Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Navy veteran from Georgia faces years in Dubai prison over prescription medicine

52 year old disabled Navy Veteran and PTSD sufferer faces years in Dubai prison over prescription CBD and Ibuprofen to combat chronic pain.

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Ohio brothers Joseph and Joshua arrive safely home after Dubai ordeal. Radha Stirling thanks JD Vance for his support. “I am pleased to announce veteran Joseph Lopez and his brother, Joshua have arrived safely in Ohio after a short Dubai vacation turned into a terrible nightmare” , announced Radha Stirling , Crisis Manager and CEO of Detained in Dubai  who represented the family. “Joseph and Joshua Lopez were sentenced to jail after being lured and drugged at a Dubai yacht party. Their ordeal should serve as a warning to tourists who are under the mistaken belief that the UAE is completely safe. “We are told repeatedly that Dubai is crime free, that you can leave your mobile phone on the bar bench and it won’t be stolen, but what of more serious but undisclosed crime? Apprentice star Selina Waterman-Smith was abducted and gang raped by three men. Joseph and Joshua were targeted, lured and drugged while trying to enjoy a harmless vacation. This kind of crime is only spoken about when raised by victims. It won’t be in the Dubai annual crime statistics. “The brothers were sentenced to prison time consuming alcohol (1 drink) onboard the yacht and for the state they were in following the knock out drugs given to them immediately upon boarding the yacht. It is unlikely any of the people involved in this incident will be charged and highly likely they will continue targeting tourists. “I thank Senator JD Vance who was highly supportive of his constituents and keen to get them home as fast as possible. With the combined support of Senator Vance and a strong campaign, the Lopez brothers managed to escape the prison sentence they’d been served. Without such an effective campaign, they would likely have been locked up for a minimum of 6 months which could have expanded to 2 years or more. “I am truly happy to see these wonderful men home and safe with their families. It’s been a privilege to help them achieve their well deserved freedom.” Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Ohio brothers FREED from Dubai

Ohio brothers Joseph and Joshua arrive safely home after Dubai ordeal. Radha Stirling thanks JD Vance for his support.

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Interpol used as a tool by disgruntled former spouses in divorce and child custody cases. Expert says preventative submissions are the best solution. A British father fears he could be listed on Interpol after his wife left him in Dubai under pressure from her strict father. The couple were tied up in complex divorce proceedings, the stuff of expat nightmares. He lost his assets and his bank accounts were frozen when a judgement was entered against him in absentia. Despite him being granted parental responsibility while she won custody (a strange UAE ruling that prefers men to have authority over major decisions like education), she continually reneged on court appointed visitations and the courts didn’t seem to care. He was forced to return to the UK for work but is now afraid she will pursue criminal cases against him over the financial court orders which could result in an Interpol Red Notice. “It’s extremely common for former spouses to make criminal complaints against their exes in order to prevent them returning to the country and sharing parental custody or responsibility”,  explains   Radha Stirling , Interpol expert and CEO of Detained in Dubai  and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform . “We have helped in numerous cases where spouses have deliberately misused the criminal justice and Interpol systems to ensure they are free to raise their child without interference from the mother or father. It’s certainly worked both ways and many women have also been deprived of their children through this abuse of process. “When we believe someone to be at risk of a wrongful Interpol Red Notice under these conditions, we prepare preventative submissions to Interpol to ensure that when a vindictive report is made, the victim is already protected from wrongful arrest and human rights violations”,  confirmed Stirling, who has urged those at risk to take pre-emptive action. “If no pre-emptive actions are taken, we’ve seen the terrible situations arise. We’ve seen people arrested while on holiday, being deprived of their liberty, subjected to lengthy and costly extradition proceedings and even extradited. Preventative submissions can save people from those potential adverse consequences and give them peace of mind”. Anyone who feels they are at risk of judicial abuse and a resulting Interpol Red Notice are encouraged to seek independent advice. Stirling is an expert witness in Interpol and extradition cases and has been removing Interpol Red Notices for almost two decades. “It’s much easier to prevent the Notice in the first place than have to deal with a live one and the resulting issues and severe consequences, including imprisonment, costly extradition, damage to reputation and loss of employment”. Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7309114195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Father fears ex wife in Dubai will put him on Interpol

A British father fears he could be listed on Interpol after his wife left him in Dubai under pressure from her strict father.

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Citibank uses Interpol against customer over business debt. Citibank opened a criminal case and Interpol warrant against a long term business customer when his Dubai based company went bankrupt after the global economic crisis. He was in touch with them, restructured his loan but they bounced a security cheque for an amount far higher than he even owed. “It’s outrageous that any bank in these times would misuse Interpol’s database against a customer in order to have them unfairly arrested abroad. Interpol’s rules are clear that countries are not permitted to use the Red Notice system for matters pertaining to private disputes or financial debts”,  explains Interpol & Extradition expert Radha Stirling , the CEO of Detained in Dubai and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform . “Interpol warrants from UAE and Qatar banks have caused the lengthy and unfair detention of victims in countries like Italy, Spain and even Ukraine. Once the person is detained, banks have made demands for large sums of money that isn’t even owed, using Interpol as a means to extort customers. "We have applied to Interpol on behalf of our client to have the Red Notice cancelled, but the process can take up to nine months and affects a person’s ability to travel or obtain visas, In some cases, they have been had their residency visas challenged in Canada and the US or have been deported or arrested. "This practice is a complete abuse of the Interpol system and should warrant sanctions on countries who continue to violate the rules. It’s disturbing that an international bank like Citibank would do this to their customers”. Stirling represents clients in negotiations and communications with banks , in the preparation and submission of Interpol prevention and removal applications , as well as conducting criminal police and Interpol checks that prevent arrest and detention when travelling. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Citibank uses Interpol against Dubai customer

Citibank opened a criminal case and Interpol warrant against a long term business customer.

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Ohio brothers to spend Christmas in Dubai jail with more sentences added. An Ohio veteran and his brother are appealing sentences that would see them behind Dubai jail bars beyond Christmas. Joseph and Joshua Lopez have been sentenced to four months in total after being drugged and robbed on a night out. Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai says “Joseph & Joshua are appealing a sentence that would see them locked up until early next year, fined and deported after being targeted by scammers while on vacation in Dubai. While local criminals target tourists with what appears to be the support of law enforcement, Dubai is far from the ‘safe tourist destination’ it’s marketed as. “If the boys’ appeal is unsuccessful, veteran Joseph and young father Joshua face months in Dubai jails notorious for human rights abuses. We only need to look at Lee Bradley Brown’s death in custody or Albert Douglas ’ torture and abuse to understand the severity of what the Lopez brothers face. The worst part is that they were targeted and victimised, drugged and robbed and then re-victimised with a prison sentence. It’s eerily similar to charging a rape victim with sex outside marriage or a domestic violence victim with drinking alcohol and attempted suicide as in the recent case of flight attendant, Tori Towey . “Visitors are flocking into Dubai and facing the most ridiculous charges for alleged crimes they haven’t even committed. Last year, we saw Tierra Allen targeted by a rental car company, Elizabeth de las Santos targeted by an immigration officer and Peter Clark , detained for residual hashish found in his blood that he’d legally smoked in Las Vegas weeks before flying. “The USA needs to increase travel warnings to citizens to include the very real risk of being targeted by locals who seek to rob, extort or take advantage of them. Not only will they be robbed and extorted, but they’ll usually end up in prison too. “We are in touch with JD Vance’s team who are liaising with diplomats in the UAE. Joseph and Joshua were drugged by locals but instead of being treated as victims and the perpetrators investigated, they have been treated like the criminals. We hope that when US officials raise this case to their Dubai counterparts, that the custodial sentences will be overturned and the boys returned home.” Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

More prison sentences for Ohio brothers in Dubai

An Ohio veteran and his brother are appealing sentences that would see them behind Dubai jail bars beyond Christmas.

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A 24 year old veteran and his brother are facing charges in Dubai after being scammed and drugged at a yacht party, then beaten by police. The Mr USA contender and his brother have been told they face years in prison if prosecuted after they were drugged at a yacht party. The organisation “ Detained in Dubai ”, along with his family and social media followers are calling on Ohio representatives, Rep. Carey, Senator Brown and Senator Vance to step in. Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  has written to his representatives, explaining how crucial their involvement is to securing the freedom of these brothers. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s concern about the arrest of Tierra Allen had a significant impact on her freedom. Jackson Lee explained the steps  she took to work with the US State Department to secure her release. We hope Ohio’s representatives will be equally proactive in helping the Lopez brothers. “Joseph and his brother Joshua were drugged and later found themselves approached by plain clothed officers and forced into an unmarked car. Under the influence of the drug, they were especially confused and tried to free themselves but officers roughed them up” , the boy's aunt told Stirling. Ms Stirling, who is supporting the family, added “Joshua was hit on the back of his head and his head was split open. He was punched in the face leaving his eye swollen shut and tased, Joseph’s toe was broken and he had abrasions all over his arms and shoulders. Strangely, the boys were not tested for the presence of drugs or alcohol which is highly unusual. We fear this is not an isolated incident and that tourists may be at risk of targeted drinks spiking. “Plain clothed officers approaching tourists without identifying themselves has prompted numerous arrests of tourists who have “resisted arrest” or defended themselves when approached by people they believe mean them harm. Police officers must be trained to identify themselves to avoid such altercations. “Joseph Lopez is a mental health advocate, social media influencer and air force veteran. In a live X spaces discussion  on Tuesday evening, their aunt Lisa broke down in tears. We heard stories from people he has saved with his advocacy. It was very emotional. These brothers need our help and the help of the US Embassy. They were taken onboard a yacht under false pretences and drugged. They should not end up the victim of this crime and of the justice system. ”It’s imperative that the US State Department support their citizens. Without that intervention as in the case of Tierra Allen , Elizabeth De Los Santos  and Peter Clark , these young men will likely face imprisonment in jails notorious for human rights violations”. Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Ohio veteran calls for Senator help after being drugged then beaten in Dubai

A 24 year old veteran and his brother are facing charges in Dubai after being scammed and drugged at a yacht party

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45 year old teacher, Sandra de Zori, is facing a Dubai nightmare after being charged for insulting an erratic driver who was tailgating her. Sandra moved to Dubai with her husband two years ago to discover Emirati culture, music, food and traditions. She hoped for an enlightening experience, to immerse herself into society, gain local work experience as a teacher and meet people from all over the world. But things turned sour as Sandra headed home after an art exhibition one night. When she exited the highway, a big white car with completely dark windows arrived behind her, tailgating her and flashing his lights at her. Sandra slowed down wondering what happened and the car overtook her but it didn’t end. The car slowed down suddenly in front of her. She changed lanes but the car followed her, passed her and drove in front of her again, braking sharply. He did the same thing three times, terrifying Sandra. Eventually, he parted ways and Sandra drove back to her community, shaken up and frightened. She pulled over and called emergency services who told her to go to the police station and file a report. Sandra recuperated at home for the evening, recovering from the ordeal to then find out from the rental car company the next day, she had received a fine for “swerving”. Sandra attended Al Barsha police station where she made a full statement about her experience but was promptly told that there was already a case filed against her by the other driver. He had accused her of insulting him and raising her middle finger which simply wasn’t true. “It is automatic procedure in Dubai for anyone who has driven erratically or intimidated another driver to preemptively complain about the victim”,  explains Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  who is helping the victim.  "The first person to make the complaint is taken more seriously by the police and their complaint, albeit with zero evidence, is prosecuted. Sandra raised both hands in the air as he slowed in front of her but never made a rude gesture or insulted the driver. I have seen this kind of behaviour again and again over the past almost two decades. Usually, the erratic driver is deliberately intimidating the other driver knowing they will call the police. When they do, there will be an ‘insult’ charge already filed against them and they will use it to extort their victim. “They know how to work the system. They know police will side with the first person to make the complaint and they know they can wield the power of the justice system to force the victim to pay them to drop the case. What’s concerning is that police are fully aware of this extortion tactic but continue to partake in it. The government of Dubai should investigate the police for corruption as the issue is widespread and ongoing. They need to crack down on this abuse of the justice system and protect unknowing expats and tourists from this common extortion. “Sandra feared for her life as she drove home from an art exhibition. She was completely traumatised and is now potentially facing years in prison. “She is now on a travel ban and can’t go home to France. She spends her time in her apartment, afraid to go out, afraid to drive and afraid someone else will open a case against her. She feels hopeless”, says Stirling. “Sandra has lost all of her money to local lawyers, she’s lost her job as her visa has been cancelled. She is not sleeping, she’s crying with anxiety, headaches and feeling completely destroyed. She’s gone from a happy go lucky, active and social woman to completely depressed. This is no way to treat guests in the United Arab Emirates”. Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai [Oct 13th 2017] British man who was held in a Dubai jail for five weeks for allegedly making a hand gesture to another motorist is released from prison and allowed to fly home. Jamil Mukadam is accused of making rude gesture during a visit to Dubai  He and his wife were driving to the airport when a fellow driver tailgated him Mr Mukadam was arrested on September 10 after returning to Dubai on holiday He has been given his passport back after his accuser failed to turn up in court Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

French teacher faces Dubai jail for “insulting” driver who tailgated her

45 year old teacher, Sandra de Zori, is facing a Dubai nightmare after being charged for insulting an erratic driver who was tailgating her.

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Former UK prosecutor and new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer has branded protesters as “far right” thugs, lashing out at social media companies where the hashtag #FarRightThugsUnite has begun trending on X. Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai  and Due Process International  is alarmed at Starmer’s "far right thug" rhetoric, ​asserting “it’s the manufactured rhetoric needed to be the excuse to increase authoritarian rule and target social media companies where user generated narrative is free to develop outside the historic control of government shaped propaganda”. Stirling advocates against appointing prosecutors to prime ministerial or presidential roles. “Their job is to represent the state against the people. Starmer worked with the US government to target Julian Assange and have him locked up in Belmarsh under appalling conditions for years. “ While the UK and its Western allies have criticised countries like Saudi and China for authoritarian rule, censorship and the erosion of basic human freedoms, Starmer aims to progress the globalist agenda to do exactly that. Creating an environment that leads to protests, riots, dissent and division is exactly what authoritarians wat. The next step is to slander and demonise citizens to justify expansive powers that will remain in force forever. “ Branding citizens far right thugs or similar is a ploy to deprive people of freedoms. It starts with curtailing free speech and ends with ‘emergency measures’ like spying on citizens, arresting them under far reaching terrorism laws or freezing their bank accounts as we saw with the Canadian truckers . Where does it end? “The old military strategy of divide and conquer is effective in the government’s war against the people. The real fight of the British people is for their right to self govern, to have their voices heard and be involved in the discussion, debate and decisions that shape their future. But the UK government has other ideas and they don’t want citizen input. The government wants to be the only one dictating the media narrative and they want citizens to do exactly what they’re told for the benefit of big banks, big pharma, multinationals and the industrial war complex”. ”Keir Starmer’s ostensible attempt to change the talking point to cracking down on protesters and social media platforms shows us the true agenda of his government - to make you compliant and obedient tools of the global regime”. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Prosecutor Starmer targets citizens & Elon Musk's X

Radha Stirling, founder of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International is alarmed at Starmer’s "far right thug" rhetoric

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A 28 year old Emirates Airlines cabin crew employee became the victim of brutal domestic violence leading to an attempt to take her own life. Rather than helping her go home to Ireland with her mother, Dubai authorities charged her with attempted suicide and alcohol consumption. She now faces lengthy imprisonment in jails notorious for human rights abuses and torture. Tori Towey from Boyle in Co Roscommon, Ireland, made the exciting move to Dubai in April 2023 when she was offered a job with Emirates Airlines but the good life turned ugly when her new South African boyfriend who she met through work and quickly married, began a campaign of physical, psychological and financial abuse. Tori’s mother told Detained in Dubai , “He cut her off from her friends and family. If we tried to contact her, she got in trouble.” Her husband was constantly threatening Tori and her friends, and would go on rampages, destroying property including her phone and passport. He became out of control, causing havoc at local venues like McCaffreys Pub  where he was restrained by security staff and the police were called. Strangely, the police told him to go home and for Tori to accompany him. She drove herself home instead, hoping he would be calm by the time she arrived. “The horrific events that transpired next will forever scar Tori”, asserted Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai , who is helping the family. Violent assault. Tori’s husband attacked her, began beating her up and went after her with a knife. He kicked her, bit her, choked and punched her. He jammed her arm in the bathroom door, slamming it repeatedly, trying to break it. For several hours, Tori was tortured. He told her he would kill her slowly then ripped up both of their passports. By the grace of God, the neighbours interrupted and Tori was taken away in an ambulance. She filed a police report but sustained egregious injuries. Emirates Airlines gave her time off work to recover. When replacing her passport, she found out there was a travel ban against her but wasn’t sure why.  Detained in Dubai confirmed that it's commonplace for spouses to open pre-emptive cases against the victim to try to immunise themselves from their own criminal cases. Like most other domestic violence victims, Tori returned home hoping the behaviour would stop. Emirates Airlines had fired him for behavioural issues. He had no money of his own and began using Tori’s credit cards excessively. Tori noticed the high spend and put a stop on the card, knowing debt in Dubai can lead to travel bans and even jail. “Tori knew he would be upset and probably beat her up so she diligently left the house”,  explains Stirling. “Her mother Caroline arranged a hotel room where she could hide. After a few days, Tori returned to the home to mind their dog and collect some clothes. He was at home but thankfully there was peace, at least for a few days. Captive in Dubai. “Tori arranged to fly home to Ireland but when she arrived at the airport, was told a case against her by her husband had been dropped but the travel ban remained. She attended the police station who assured her the travel ban would be lifted but it never happened. She was stuck”. The escape. “The next day, Tori and her husband had some wine and he became enraged, accusing her of having an affair. He was shouting and pushing her around. She knew what was going to happen next. She thought he was going to kill her, "slowly" as he had promised before. Feeling like there was no way out, Tori ran upstairs to the bathroom and wrapped an electrical lead around her neck. “The next thing she remembers is an ambulance crew and police waking her up. She was taken to Al Barsha police station and kept for several hours before going home again. Her mother pleaded to the Irish Consulate but in the absence of their assistance, boarded a flight to Dubai.  When she arrived, she wasn’t allowed to see Tori alone, her abuser wouldn’t allow it. The three met at Emirates mall then attended the prosecutor's office to find out what charges had been registered against her”. The victim is charged. Tori was told nothing could be done and that the cases against her were going to court on the 18th of July. She had been charged with attempted suicide and alcohol consumption. Strangely, the UAE has gone to great public relations efforts to promote alcohol as legal in the country. In reality, people are still regularly charged with alcohol consumption and possession. After all three arrived back at Tori's house, her husband went to the pub with a friend. Returning late, he began verbally abusing Tori, pushing her around again. Tori and her mother quickly packed a bag and left the house, this time for good. Going home. “Tori’s experience is nothing short of tragic and quite frankly, she is lucky to be alive” , added Stirling who has helped in numerous domestic violence cases including that of Princess Latifa.  “It’s amazing that authorities did not intervene for Tori’s protection, given the state her body was in when she was hospitalised the first time. Emirates Airlines, the Irish Embassy and the UAE medical and police services could certainly have done more to help Tori. She was moments from death either by suicide or at the hands of her violent rage driven husband.he Irish Embassy and the UAE medical and police services could certainly have done more to help Tori. She was moments from death either by suicide or at the hands of her violent rage driven husband. “Worse than failing her, authorities in Dubai actually travel-banned her and kept her in the country when she was trying to get away. They put her in a hopeless position resulting in her attempt to kill herself to escape the imminent threat of assault and likely murder. As if that wasn’t enough, Dubai police then want to prosecute her for trying to get away via the only means she saw available at the time. It’s outrageous, it’s broken. “The UAE used to  charge rape victims with sex outside marriage . Now they’re charging domestic violence victims with attempted suicide and alcohol consumption. Dubai police need to be educated on victim care. “We are calling on Dubai authorities to urgently drop the charges against Tori, remove the travel ban and let her fly home to Ireland with her mother. “We are also calling on Ireland’s Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Simon Harris, the head of Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin, Ambassador Alison Milton and local TD’s, Michael Fitzmaurice, Claire Kerrane & Denis Naughten as well as the UAE’s Ambassador to Ireland, H.E. Mohammed Hmoud Hamad Rahma Alshamsi to help bring Tori home.” Related resources: Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Irish domestic violence victim detained in Dubai on charges of attempted suicide

Tori Towey moved to Dubai to work with Emirates Airlines but things turned ugly when her new partner began a campaign of abuse.

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Is it safe to travel to Dubai? Social media laws in the UAE and the risk of false allegations, arbitrary detention and human rights violations. Radha Stirling , founder of Detained in Dubai , talks to Sonia Poulton, a Journalist, Broadcaster, Social Commentator & Documentary Film Maker. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Detained in Dubai: Radha Stirling on "Wake up" with Sonia Poulton

Social media laws in the UAE and the risk of false allegations, arbitrary detention and human rights violations.

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24 year old “Mr Louisiana” title holder and social media influencer is facing jail in Dubai after being drugged on a night out. The next possible Mr USA is an air force veteran and B-52 mechanic and Honor Guardsman but he may not be able to compete for the title after being arrested while on holiday in Dubai. 9 months ago, Joseph left the military and began advocating for mental health. The social media influencer “tries to inspire and make people laugh and feel related to”. Joseph intended to take a two week break in Dubai before preparing to compete for Mr USA and eventually Mr Universe but on the 2nd of June, he and his brother went to a club called Bla Bla . They had a great time and were feeling energised. Outside, an Uber driver approached them and suggested an “after party” in a hotel. The brothers agreed and without asking, were taken to a VIP section. They were brought platters of food, sparklers and drinks that were not requested. Then about twenty minutes later, the lights turned on for closing and a bill was brought to Joseph. He felt he had been scammed but knowing the rules in Dubai, paid the amount without argument. “Uber drivers and other promoters are paid by some venues to bring tourists in”, confirmed Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai   and Due Process International .  In this case, it appears they have gone a step further by forcing food and beverages onto them while making them appear to be free. In other scams, women employed by the restaurant and bars, try to get tourists to buy them a drink that they don’t actually consume”. Joseph was approached by a man at the party who invited him to his yacht. “I’m done spending for the night”, explained Joseph, but the man insisted. He told Joseph and his brother, Joshua, they would be his “American guests” so they agreed. After arriving on the yacht, they were provided with a drink then staff tried to charge them AED 10,000 (US$2,2700+) but Joshua refused several times. Suddenly, the brothers both felt weird. They don’t remember what transpired until they were confronted by men in black ski masks who only spoke Arabic. They tried to throw them into a vehicle but the brothers thought they were being abducted. Their lives were in danger so they tried to break free. “They didn’t realise the men were plain clothed police officers”, says Stirling. “Plain clothed police officers often forcefully approach tourists, grab them and intimidate them without identifying themselves. Of course the tourist is going to defend themselves to what they perceive to be assault or worse. They end up unfairly being charged with resisting arrest or assault of a police officer. This shouldn’t happen”. The brothers were taken to the police station and held overnight. They were not breathalysed for at least 24 hours, after they were sober and several days later took a urine sample but this was once any drug residue from the drinks had been expelled. “The brothers told officers on arrival at the station that they had been drugged but the police didn’t test them. Police usually take samples immediately on arrival to preserve evidence against the detainee. It’s highly unusual and suspicious to wait several days for a test, particularly when they have been told about the concerns”. Local cellmates told the brothers it’s common to drug visitors and take advantage of them. “We’ve all heard about this practice in holiday destinations, but it’s a shame to see it happening in Dubai where the victim can be drugged, robbed and then wrongfully detained. It’s double abuse”, added Stirling. Joseph and Joshua were held at Al Barsha police station from the 3rd - 12th of June when they were given bail with a travel ban. They can not leave the country but haven’t been officially charged. The decision rests with the prosecutor but they have been considering charging them with alcohol consumption, resisting arrest and damage to the patrol vehicle before they realised the masked men were police. “The legal process in Dubai can be drawn out for months and often the punishment is the process. We hope authorities in the UAE drop the investigation against Joseph and Joshua and move to investigate those potentially involved in crimes against tourists”. Joseph hopes he can leave the country, continue his work in mental health and run for Mr USA.  If convicted, he faces years in Dubai's notorious jails where countless foreigners have been beaten, tortured and even killed. Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 WhatsApp email Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Mr USA contender detained in Dubai

next possible Mr USA is an air force veteran and B-52 mechanic and Honor Guardsman but he may not be able to compete for the title

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UN asked to intervene in Dubai human rights abuses against Californian tech entrepreneur. The family of a Californian tech entrepreneur has asked the UN to step in and investigate the arbitrary detention, assault and torture that he has endured since his arrest in Dubai four months ago. The United Nations has been presented with evidence that US citizen, Edel Hsieh, has been arbitrarily detained in Dubai’s desert prison after a court appointed expert confirmed he was innocent of the allegations against him. Edel Hsieh was arrested in March after being (falsely) accused of coercing a former business partner to return his investment in a crypto start up. Without a court order or evidence and immediately upon his arrest, police forced him to send his investment back to his accuser and after being violently beaten, he was forced to call his wife and demand she send $100,000 to one officer’s private account. Edel is the latest public account of human rights abuses and extortion within the UAE penal system. “They torture us for our confession,” said Hsieh on a jail call recording obtained by the Guardian. “They said, ‘I will rape you, hold you and send you back to China.’ They slammed my head against the table, my arms were twisted and held up behind me.” When the police saw pictures of his wife on his phone, they threatened to rape her too, and the police also demanded money from him, he said on the call. Edel’s family, based outside Los Angeles, called on Congresswoman Sanchez to help him and although the US State Department has assisted numerous victims of injustice over the past decade, “they require significant encouragement as described by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee  who lobbied for Sassy Trucker’s (Tierra Allen) release”, explained Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai  who is helping the family. After exonerating conclusions were formed by the UAE’s own court appointed expert and the withdrawal of false witness testimony by someone who has just left the country, Edel’s family expected his release and that charges would be dropped. After months of unfair detention, human rights violation and being deprived of prescription medication, Edel’s wife and family are calling on further US State intervention and a United Nations investigation. “It’s imperative at this point that Congresswoman Sanchez and the US State Department support their citizen. The US has helped citizens in the past and Canada went above and beyond in securing the freedom of André Gautier who had been (falsely) charged with dozens of crimes. If Canada, Malaysia and the UK can help their people, surely the US can do the same”,  added Stirling. Edel’s mother, Janet, is desperately hoping for Rep. Sanchez to take the issue as seriously as Rep. Jackson Lee did. The family has also called on Dubai ruler, HH Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum, to investigate the physical abuse Edel suffered at the hands of those responsible for his safety as well as the authorities physically forcing him to send money to a personal account without a court order. Stirling continued “The Dubai government has made public assurances that they will clamp down on corruption and the kind of accusations made by this US citizen require urgent investigation or else foreigners can not feel safe in the UAE, particularly when they have money”. Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

UN asked to intervene in Dubai human rights abuses against American tech entrepreneur

The United Nations has been presented with evidence that US citizen, Edel Hsieh, has been arbitrarily detained in Dubai prison.

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Family of LA resident and crypto tech entrepreneur detained in Dubai prays he comes home imminently after court appointed forensic expert says ‘no evidence’. The wife and family of Californian tech entrepreneur Edel Hsieh is freed from Dubai jail after evidence exonerating him is revealed. When Edel Hsieh saw some ‘dodgy’ dealings at a startup company in Dubai, he asked for his investment back but, instead, he was accused of threatening his former (short lived) partner. When an allegation of threatening behaviour was made, police immediately arrested Edel, beat him and extracted funds from his personal accounts without a court order. Edel has been fighting the charges from jail in Dubai for the past three months while surviving atrocious conditions. Today, a court appointed independent forensics expert confirmed what he knew all along; He did not threaten the complainant. The case against him has fallen apart. A friend of the complainant who had agreed to act as a witness left the UAE with no intention of returning or participating in proceedings. Edel has now been told his August trial may be moved to Wednesday next week and he is hopeful, with the latest developments, that he will finally be exonerated. “Edel has never had any issues with the law in the US or anywhere else. He’s been levied with wild accusations as a means to go after his money”,  explains Edel’s wife, Neda. “We are exhausted. It’s been a really emotional and strenuous time for the whole family. With a forensic report confirming his innocence, we are counting on authorities to let my husband go”. The family have asked Congresswoman Sanchez and Senator Newman to make sure the US State Department is doing everything possible to free the Los Angeles resident. Radha Stirling of Detained in Dubai noted that people with money are often subjected to false allegations as a means to extort them. “The government of Dubai needs to do more to presume the innocence of those who have been accused of crimes. “If Dubai is going to welcome cryptocurrency trade and development to the city, it will need to recognise that there will be some shady characters attracted to the environment who will attempt to abuse the judicial process for two reasons; One, to immunize themselves against incoming criminal complaints and two, as a means to extort and pressure victims into releasing funds for their freedom”. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Family of crypto entrepreneur detained in Dubai pray for imminent return after exonerating evidence

Family of LA resident and crypto tech entrepreneur detained in Dubai prays he comes home imminently after court appointed forensic expert sa

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Young wife distraught over husband’s three month long detention and torture in Dubai. Neda has mounted a campaign to free her American husband from jail after he was arrested, beaten and tortured by Dubai authorities. Her husband, Edel Hsieh from California, has been languishing in a UAE prison after a false allegation was levied against him by a former colleague who has since been accused of fraud. Neda moved to Dubai with her husband who was joining a team of cryptocurrency developers, but Edel discovered his colleagues were syphoning investment funds from the company without his consent. He requested the return of his initial $1m investment which was eventually paid to him. He and Neda were stunned when police suddenly came to arrest Ed, accusing him of threatening his former partner and forcing him at knifepoint to return the money. “Ed is a loving, normal man. He’s never been in any trouble with authorities anywhere, so I could hardly believe what was happening”.   Neda received a call from Ed who asked her to send $100,000 to a police officer’s personal account. He had been beaten and forced to call her under duress. The thought of the abuse he had suffered at the hands of authorities brought Neda to tears. “There was absolutely no evidence against my husband”, explains Neda, “but he has now been in prison for three months. We have no idea if or when he will be released. We just learned that the court appointed forensic expert confirmed that Ed is innocent and the accusations against him are false, but he’s still locked up. The apparent witness has fled the country and there is literally no evidence to support the claim. “I’ve been doing everything I can to help bring him home. I’ve called on the US government and politicians to get involved and now that the expert has essentially exonerated him, we really hope Sheikh Mohammed and the authorities in Dubai can see my husband has been the victim, not anyone else”. Radha Stirling of NGO, Detained in Dubai , has called on Congresswoman Sanchez and the US State Department to intervene diplomatically in “what clearly is a case of injustice, especially where a US citizen has faced physical beatings and mistreatment. This kind of treatment is unacceptable in a country that markets itself as a safe hub for investors, entrepreneurs and tourists. “Entrepreneurs and investors are at the greatest risk of becoming extortion targets. The justice system is abused by Dubai residents in the know. Having someone jailed and beaten is the easiest way to extort funds from them and this has been a standard playbook for the past two decades. Dubai’s ruler needs to end the practice and restore faith in the judicial system of Dubai. “Neda is deeply distressed by the prolonged separation from her husband. She struggles to sleep and spends her days campaigning to free her husband. It’s the toughest thing they’ve ever been through, “With exonerating expert evidence, prosecutors should drop the charges against Ed and let him return to his family. He should not have to stay in jail a day more”. Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Wife fights for American husband detained in Dubai over false allegations

Young wife distraught over husband’s three month long detention and torture in Dubai.

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Egregious torture and extortion of Los Angeles crypto entrepreneur in "glitzy but risky" Dubai. The family of an American detained in Dubai is calling on Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez to help. Edel Hsieh is the latest in a string of Americans to face unfair and arbitrary detention in the glitzy but risky destination. Ed has been locked up for two months without bail after a fraudster falsely accused him of threatening him in order to pressure for the return of invested funds. “Edel has never threatened anyone”, his wife Neda attests. “His accuser just wants him locked up so he can steal his money”. Not only has Edel been locked up and his money accounts emptied, but he was severely beaten and tortured by a group of Dubai police and CID, who forced him under duress to call his wife and transfer US$100,000 to one of the policeman’s crypto accounts. He is now being held in horrendous conditions and is being denied medical treatment and prescription medicine that he depends upon. The conditions he has experienced easily meet the criteria that warrants United Nations investigations. Edel’s family have reached out to Rep. Sanchez and Senator Newman to intervene in a case of injustice and human rights violations but “Representatives are often initially reluctant to get involved”, explains Detained in Dubai  CEO, Radha Stirling , who is helping the family. “Most representatives have never dealt with a constituent facing egregious abuse in a foreign country but when it comes to the Emirate of Dubai, this has become more and more common”. Last year, representatives made diplomatic efforts to resolve the cases of Elizabeth De Las Santos  and Tierra Allen  (Sassy Trucker). Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was praised for her dedication in representing Tierra Allen who was freed. Jackson Lee described at a press conference her experience in dealing with the US State Department and US Embassy in the UAE. “It is clear that while the US will not get involved in legal proceedings abroad, there are significant efforts that can be made where a case is clearly unjust. We have seen this with Miami resident Danielle Jeffries  and David Oliver, a case where the US negotiated with the claimant to drop the case against him so he could return to the US.” Congresswoman Sanchez has been in contact with Edel’s mother and wife but they are yet to see any active support from the US Embassy and State Department. A consular representative did visit Edel in prison and saw the injuries and bruises from his assault, but nothing has been done to raise this with UAE officials. Stirling called for urgent diplomatic intervention in the severe matter, saying, “beatings and abuse of prisoners is an ongoing issue and unless countries stand up for their citizens, the treatment will continue. We’ve already seen broken bones, severe head injuries and even a death by police brutality. If the US does not stand up for Edel Hseih who was beaten as a means to extort him, we will certainly see many more cases of abuse, leaving visitors, especially crypto holders, as targets of the authorities”. Author: Radha Stirling , CEO Detained in Dubai . Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Rep. Sanchez called on to save life of American tortured in Dubai

The family of an American detained in Dubai is calling on Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez to help.

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In light of the Julian Assange appeal, an Interpol and extradition focussed NGO has called on several Parliamentary Committees to investigate the need for changes to Britain’s extradition treaties and process. Radha Stirling , who heads up the groups  IPEX Reform  and Due Process International , herself a leading expert witness on the issue, has written to the Foreign Affairs Committee, the Joint Human Rights Committee and the Home Affairs Committee to offer evidence from “more than a dozen witnesses”  on how the extradition process is leading to human rights violations. One of Stirling’s concerns is that the extradition treaties are “infringing on UK sovereignty” in that countries are misusing the process to expand their jurisdiction, meaning that British citizens would have to abide by the laws of countries they haven’t even been to. In her letter, she refers to British citizens who have been listed on Interpol for “violating US sanctions” despite not being US citizens and not being required to abide by US law. Stirling asks “Would the UK attempt to extradite a US citizen for violating UK sanctions (or other crime) even if that person had not been to the UK and even if they did not violate US or international laws? “Would the UK allow the UAE to extradite a British citizen for violating UAE sanctions (or other crime) from outside the UAE if he did not violate any UK or international laws? “If the answer is no, then our extradition process needs urgent review”. Julian Assange Stirling highlighted the case of Julian Assange, “The US has successfully applied for the extradition of persons who are not US citizens and were not in the US at the time of the alleged “crimes”,  then the question,  “should the US have the ability to jail people abroad under US law when they are not US citizens and have not been physically present in the US? Would we allow other countries to do the same?” The Test Stirling suggested a test be considered. "If a less ‘allied’ nation had made the request, would we consider it reasonable? If the UAE accused a US citizen in France of violating sanctions by attending a conference in Israel, would we extradite that person to the UAE? No, we would determine the UAE has no right to enforce their laws internationally. I f Assange had exposed the ‘secret’ human rights abuses of Russia or Saudi Arabia (from a third country), would we extradite him there? No. We must not give special universal jurisdiction privileges to countries on a pick and choose, diplomatic basis. If the argument wouldn’t work for the UAE, Russia, China or Saudi, they must not work for allied nations either. Justice should not be about politics or diplomacy. British citizens should not need to learn nor comply with US, UAE, Saudi, Australian, German or other country’s laws unless they are physically in those countries. Our extradition treaties must specify that persons will only be extradited for crimes physically committed within the requesting country or else we lose legal and jurisdictional sovereignty. Pre-Trial Detention Stirling expressed her opposition to pre-trial detention except in situations where the public is at risk. She highlighted that it’s free for countries to request extraditions but the cost to the UK taxpayer is in the millions. She says some countries know their request is doomed to fail but try anyway as it’s no cost to them and the punishment is the process. Her letter states “It is astonishing that Julian Assange has been jailed for five years when he could have been held under house arrest. This kind of treatment simply should not be allowed as part of the extradition process.” “It is further absurd that a country that has discussed killing him is even able to continue with the request. If we look at the test above, would we even be entertaining it if Saudi Arabia had discussed conspiring to execute a target? “We need fairness and equality within our extradition principles and should not give ‘special friends’ more privileges within our legal system than we would others. That might help British leaders with diplomacy, but at the expense of individual human rights. “It is clear that further, more detailed human rights protections should be written into extradition treaties so that the courts may with confidence, deny extraditions where there is no dual criminality and where a person may suffer unfair trials, discrimination, human rights violations or torture, regardless of what unenforceable “assurances” are provided by the requesting country.” Investigation Stirling urges an investigation into the lack of human rights protections provided for in our treaties. “Our extradition treaties as they are, put anyone who visits the UK at risk of arbitrary detention and human rights violations. As it stands, a foreign country could accuse a foreign national of violating their laws even though they are not subject to them, and have them detained for years on end at great taxpayer expense, then potentially extradited where they could suffer unfair trials, discrimination, human rights abuses and torture.” Established by Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Detained in Dubai , and a leading voice against Interpol abuse, Interpol and Extradition Reform (IPEX)  is a comprehensive initiative to address the widespread and multilayered problems with the current framework of the extradition process, including the many flaws in Interpol itself as an organisation. An international not for profit organisation focusing on lawful due process and fair trials, human rights and the accountability of  criminals, corporations, law enforcement organisations and governments.  Due Process is the head of internationally acclaimed  Detained in Dubai , Detained in Doha , IPEX Reform  and Gulf Investment Monitor , founded by world renowned justice expert Radha Stirling. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

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...

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California tech entrepreneur tortured into sending crypto to corrupt Dubai cops with threats to rape his wife. An American cryptocurrency entrepreneur was tortured into emptying his crypto wallet amidst brutal beatings by Dubai’s CID that included threats to rape both he and his wife. He now faces permanent blindness after being deprived of medication by Dubai authorities. Radha Stirling from organisation Detained in Dubai , says “this is all too familiar a situation. We are preparing an urgent report to lodge to Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum and the UAE’s Ambassador to the US as well as a criminal complaint with the blockchain tracing details. Corruption within law enforcement must be taken seriously by the ruler if people are to feel at all safe in the Emirates”. Californian native, Edel Hsieh, accepted a role as technical advisor to crypto startup, Fomodex, and moved to Dubai in 2022. His new colleague was a then successful crypto developer along with his co-partner. Edel began work, producing whitepapers and technical & operations advice for the backend of Fomodex while the others provided the community. “He was certainly drawn in”,  said Ms Stirling, “Edel officially co-invested and was expecting 20% of net profits. He was hoping to benefit as an early investor but some red flags were raised and he held concern over the company operations”.  The others were in control of the company wallet and were using public funds to invest in other platforms without consultation.  Edel didn't want to be a part of it anymore and asked for the return of his investment for which he retained security cheques. “Security cheques are often exchanged for investments in Dubai”,  explains Stirling. “If one party doesn’t adhere to the agreement or abscond with the funds, the cheques can be presented. Failing to honour a cheque can result in a custodial sentence”. Edel was advised by his lawyer to present the cheques which bounced so Edel opened a case against Sam for his investment. “What Edel probably didn’t know, is that fraudsters who know the system in Dubai often open criminal cases against financial claimants as a sort of insurance policy. They try to have them jailed under false allegations so the victim can not proceed with their genuine case. They often insist on the victim dropping their financial cases in return for being freed from jail”,  says Stirling, who has helped more than 20,000 people over her 16 years running the organisation. Still hoping for the voluntary return of his funds, Edel and his friends attended a meeting that turned into a party at one of the partner's residences at Fountain Views in Downtown Dubai. He asked his former partner to arrange for his investment reimbursement.  His response was to suggest Edel drop the cheque case then they could continue to work together. The next day, on the 6th of March 2024, Edel was arrested and taken into custody by Dubai’s Criminal Investigations Department (CID). His worried wife received a message to urgently call him and when she did, she was asked to send approximately $100,000 to a crypto wallet address. Hearing that he was clearly distressed, she quickly sent the money. She knew something was wrong but he couldn’t talk. She could not have imagined that he was being extorted by Emirati officials. He was later able to reveal that he had been severely beaten and tortured. He told his wife how CID took pictures of her from Edel’s phone then a high ranking Emirati official in traditional kandura forced him to ask her to send money, telling him that he and his wife would both be raped if he did not cooperate. A metal prong was used to violently jab his ribs and he was forced to sign some sort of confession in Arabic. “While shocking, cases of police beatings, torture and forced confessions do happen in Dubai prisons. We have a case before the United Nations right now of a grandfather having been beaten so badly, he suffered multiple fractures. To add financial extortion to the list, if left unaddressed, will only serve as an incentive to corrupt officials to partake in torture in the future. The government of Dubai needs to direct authorities that this is absolutely not acceptable. They respect Sheikh Mohammed and if he tells them to stop, they will obey him which begs the question of complicity. Why has this order not been made?” “Edel’s wife Neda is distressed”, reports Ms Stirling. “She is afraid to even try to visit her husband in Dubai in case they detain and rape her.” Neda told Stirling  “He has been denied access to a lawyer and to medication. He’s been wearing the same clothes for two months and doesn’t have a bed to sleep on. During the floods, he couldn’t even sleep on the concrete floor. He’s suffered multiple infections and has been told if he doesn’t see a specialist, he may lose his eyesight. Edel suffers severe allergies that make it difficult to breathe but has been refused nasal spray that opens his airways.” Although the allegations against him are unclear, it appears he has been accused of threatening one of his former partners in regards to returning the investment. “The tactic of reporting someone like Edel is often used by individuals who fear cases will be opened against them. If they get in first, it immunises them against future complaints from the victim. The first person to make the report usually prevails”,  adds Stirling. “We are briefing the US State Department, the UAE’s Ambassador to the US , Congresswoman Linda Sanchez and Senator Josh Newman. The mistreatment of a US citizen in the penal system of one of our closest allies, along with the serious allegations of corruption and torture should be addressed diplomatically by the states involved. Edel has done nothing wrong but has become a target of extortion and was terribly abused by those entrusted with his care during an investigation. All evidence of his innocence is available on his electronic devices held by Dubai police and he is desperate to be exonerated and reunited with his family”. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai X (Twitter): https://x.com/RadhaStirling   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

California tech guy tortured into sending crypto to Dubai cops with threats to rape his wife.

American cryptocurrency entrepreneur was tortured into emptying his crypto wallet amidst brutal beatings by Dubai’s Police

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Dubai Unlocked: Is Dubai really a safe haven for fugitives?  Interpol & Extradition expert, Radha Stirling , the founder of  Detained in Dubai , looks into it. The intriguing results of the OCCRP report entitled “Dubai Unlocked” has confirmed Dubai as a hotspot investment destination for celebrities, politicians, former presidents and of course, for international fugitives, but the report raises many complex questions such as “who decides who should or shouldn’t have a property in the UAE and should the UAE be placed on a financial grey list for its seemingly lax regulations?” Certainly, Dubai has provided safe haven to a number of individuals wanted by countries abroad but who have not committed any crimes locally but Interpol & extradition expert and founder of Detained in Dubai , Radha Stirling  asks, “is it really as safe as has been made out? After all, British citizen  Sanjay Shah  was extradited to Denmark,  Christian Michel  to India and numerous others over the past several years. “We field a lot of complaints from governments and investigators that the UAE is not cooperating with certain extradition requests and it can appear to some that the Emirates provides an absolute safe haven for fugitives, but this is simply not true. The UAE has complied with many extradition requests, including high value targets and some of those extraditions have been unfortunate for the individuals facing wrongful charges. “The extradition process in Dubai is both a legal and a diplomatic process. If the UAE feels the extradition is of some benefit to them, they are more likely to comply. The higher value the target, the more quid pro quo will be expected and thus, this can thwart efforts. “It’s also complicated by a lack of extradition treaties and a lack of reciprocity from other countries who have treaties in existence. The UK, for example, regularly denies extraditions based on human rights issues. The UAE is therefore not going to feel very compelled to agree to the UK’s requests. However, that’s a fair price to pay since British citizens should be protected from unfair treatment and they should remain the priority. “Wanted persons, though, are not all guilty as perceived. Should they feel they’re unsafe or at potential risk of unfair persecution, jurisdictional overreach or imprisonment, there are extra steps they can take to protect themselves while in Dubai. For people in this position, neutral countries are a necessity for protection.” The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) “Pressuring the UAE with greylisting has resulted in increased regulation but as we can see from the Dubai Unlocked report, has perhaps not had the desired effect and any sanctioning of the UAE would sabotage building long term relations. The UAE knows its important strategic position as a security and trade partner and may begin to resent FATF targeting. Such resentment may lead to stronger alliances being built with other countries. The UAE is in a position to push back and may not appreciate what it perceives to be bullying from the US and allies.” Sanctions & Jurisdiction Overreach “We must remember that different countries sanction different individuals, organisations and countries. Unless the UAE has sanctioned someone, they are not required to adhere to another country’s policies and visa versa. “The US in particular has trended in indicting foreign citizens for violating US sanctions abroad and then seeking to extradite them. What other country gets away with that? Saudi Arabia recently denied the extradition of UK citizen Christopher Emms to the United States for allegedly violating US sanctions in visiting a crypto conference in Pyongyang. He was not a US citizen, did not violate British sanctions or international law. The extradition process should not be misused in this way by the US or any other country. Similarly, the US for example, has no right to tell the UAE to disallow US sanctioned individuals from owning real estate in the UAE. EU list of “high risk third countries” In April, the European Parliament voted to keep the UAE on the “high risk third countries” list after having been removed from the FATF greylist saying “Those who circumvent sanctions against Russia should not be rewarded with removal from the EU list.” “The UAE should not be bullied into adhering to other country’s sanctions and in the same way, the West will not submit to the UAE’s sanctions." Balancing criminal enforcement While the UAE may extradite fugitives in order to strengthen alliances or as a quid pro quo, we are decades away from removing wasta (VIP influence) style protection from powerful individuals. Even changes in regulations will be more of a public relations effort than an enforcement policy, depending on the status of the individual and local political motivations. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Dubai Unlocked: Is Dubai really a safe haven for fugitives?

Dubai Unlocked: Is Dubai really a safe haven for fugitives? Interpol & Extradition expert, Radha Stirling, the founder of Detained in Dubai

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Introduction The Australian Government has requested public consultation in respect of eSafety. The issues raised have been answered below by Radha Stirling, expert witness and founder of Due Process International. Submit your own answers via the government website.  Let them know what you think! Part 2 – Australia’s regulatory approach to online services, systems and processes 1. Are the current objects of the Act to improve and promote online safety for Australians sufficient or should they be expanded? The scope of the Act does not require expansion. It is already so expansive with vague language such as “harmful” that it is potentially subject to misuse and abuse, depending on the political climate or issue at the time. 2. Does the Act capture and define the right sections of the online industry? The Act captures literally everything online. 3. Does the Act regulate things (such as tools or services) that do not need to be regulated, or fail to regulate things that should be regulated? The Act covers everything that is already subject to pre-existing laws and needs no further government regulation. The Act should certainly not regulate overseas companies or individuals who happen to have a website. 4. Should the Act have strengthened and enforceable Basic Online Safety Expectations? No, pre-existing laws already cover criminal activity. 5. Should the Act provide greater flexibility around industry codes, including who can draft codes and the harms that can be addressed? How can the codes drafting process be improved? “Flexibility” can be misused in the future as new regulatory bodies are established. If in the future, there is a perceived need for a new body or code, this should be tabled independently of this Act, rather than allowing the flexibility in advance which will ultimately lead to a situation where there is no public consultation on issues. 6. To what extent should online safety be managed through a service providers’ terms of use? External service providers should not be required to manage Australia’s “online safety” demands proactively. We do not want a situation where global companies and individuals are required to comply with any country’s wish lists. People should be able to decide what websites they wish to visit, whether they comply with the Australian government’s desires or not. 7. Should regulatory obligations depend on a service providers’ risk or reach? No, this is discriminatory and vague. It’s open to abuse and therefore should not be considered. Part 3 – Protecting those who have experienced or encountered online harms 1. Are the thresholds that are set for each complaints scheme appropriate? No, they are far too broad and conflict with the UN Declaration of Human Rights, specifically related to Freedom of Expression. The scope would allow for content to be removed and for platforms to be fined in respect to non-criminal activity. 2. Are the complaints schemes accessible, easy to understand and effective for complainants? It appears that anyone who is offended can make a complaint and claim they are being targeted or that it is impacting their lives or businesses. It appears action can be taken even where that activity is lawful. That makes it extremely unfair, vague and open to abuse by complainants and the Commissioner. 3. Does more need to be done to make sure vulnerable Australians at the highest risk of abuse have access to corrective action through the Act? Absolutely not. Severe cases can be taken up with law enforcement under pre-existing harassment laws which can then result in a legal order to remove content. This is not the role of an eSafety Commission. 4. Does the Commissioner have the right powers to address access to violent pornography? It is already sufficiently enabled to control violent and child pornography as are law enforcement bodies. Although using the example of “child pornography” which most people find abhorrent, any proposed expansion of powers will cover other more disputed areas of issue like discrimination. 5. What role should the Act play in helping to restrict children’s access to age inappropriate content (including through the application of age assurance)? None. The government has no parental responsibility. This is a social issue that should be dealt with through education and the promotion of ‘wholesome’ values. 6. Does the Commissioner have sufficient powers to address social media posts that boast about crimes or is something more needed? If “boasting about crimes” is unlawful, this should be dealt with by law enforcement. If it is not unlawful, it should not default to become unlawful via an eSafety Commissioner. 7. Should the Act empower ‘bystanders’, or members of the general public who may not be directly affected by illegal or seriously harmful material, to report this material to the Commissioner? No, this will cause an inundation of politically and socially motivated reports. Notifying the Commissioner will become a standard part of social activism. There are already enough lobbyist groups, bot farms and governments who mass report posts they don’t like to social platforms, risking violating the UN right to freedom of expression. 8. Does the Commissioner have sufficient powers to address harmful material that depicts abhorrent violent conduct? Other than blocking access, what measures could eSafety take to reduce access to this material? This does not need expansion but in fact, needs more clarification. Violent abhorrent conduct is legal as depicted in Hollywood movies. Restricting “violent” content can impact on the public’s ability to protest or share true (or made up) information. Recommending the public make responsible decisions is the best solution. 9. What more could be done to promote the safety of Australians online, including through research, educational resources and awareness raising? Further education in respect of avoiding online scams would save a lot of people a lot of money. As far as safety is concerned, people need to understand that they can block people or websites voluntarily if they don’t like the content. That is the extent of the service governments should provide in online education. Part 4 – Penalties, and investigation and information gathering powers 1. Does the Act need stronger investigation, information gathering and enforcement powers? Definitely not. We already have law enforcement to deal with crime and do not require an additional government body that can be weaponized against people and platforms. 2. Are Australia’s penalties adequate and if not, what forms should they take? The penalties are disgracefully high to the point where the fines involved act as an incentive for the department to make inappropriate requests to remove content in hope the platform does not comply and they are financially rewarded. It is completely inappropriate to fine an individual $156,500+ and jurisdictionally flawed to fine a company that doesn’t even operate within Australia (as was threatened against X). No company registered outside of Australia should ever be issued with a local penalty. Universal jurisdiction is risky and frankly, unlawful. If we wouldn’t accept Saudi Arabia penalising an Australian company who had a site on the world wide web, then we should not be attempting to initiate the same. 3. What more could be done to enforce action against service providers who do not comply, especially those based overseas? No further “actions” should be taken against service providers who “do not comply”. Citizens can exercise their personal responsibility by choosing online content well. Education over censorship. 4. Should the Commissioner have powers to impose sanctions such as business disruption sanctions? Absolutely not. The Commissioner should never be able to issue any sanctions against businesses. We are not living in a communist regime and should refrain from acting as though we are. This concept would be open to significant abuse by the Commissioner and the government. Part 5 – International approaches to address online harms 1. Should the Act incorporate any of the international approaches identified above? If so, what should this look like? A voluntary “suggested” and “encouraged” model is much less open to infringing on the right to freedom of expression. If a platform tends to ignore these “guidelines”, citizens can be recommended to avoid them and take their business elsewhere. This could be similar to giving a product an “organic” or “made in Australia” tick but still gives citizens the choice to buy a “lesser” product should they wish. If Australians want safe content, let a technology company develop a PG/censorship browser for their use. 2. Should Australia place additional statutory duties on online services to make online services safer and minimise online harms? No. Again, we delve into issues pertaining to universal jurisdiction. If we would accept Saudi dictating the “duties” non Saudi companies have, we should not ask for it ourselves. If our friends in other countries are attempting this, we should discourage the overreach. 3. Is the current level of transparency around decision-making by industry and the Commissioner appropriate? If not, what improvements are needed? If there must be a Commissioner, he or she should be an elected representative and changes to their roles, responsibilities and authority should be voted on by online referendum every single time. With instant access to be able to participate in democracy, there is no reason why these issues should not require public consultation every single time. 4. Should there be a mechanism in place to provide researchers and eSafety with access to data? Are there other things they should be allowed access to? eSafety and “researchers” should not be given mechanisms to access data. Any access requests coming from eSafety should require going via law enforcement and then through a court to obtain a warrant before they are able to be granted any information held by third parties. If there is data held by the Commissioner, it should be made available to the public under freedom of information principles. This would enable the public to know whether the Commissioner is abusing their authority. 5. To what extent do industry’s current dispute resolution processes support Australians to have a safe online experience? Is an alternative dispute resolution mechanism such as an Ombuds scheme required? If so, how should the roles of the Ombuds and Commissioner interact? We already have courtrooms available to serious disputes and the concern with a binding, unelected ombudsman is that it is another government body that would likely side with the government. This could remove remedies from victims and allow unchecked government abuses. Thus, any decision by any potential Ombudsman should be appealable by the individual or company, but not by the Commissioner. 6. Are additional safeguards needed to ensure the Act upholds fundamental human rights and supporting principles? In the same way that human rights provisions were (at the last minute) inserted into the UAE - Australian extradition treaty, the right to freedom of information, opinion and expression (speech) is crucial and is the most likely right to be trampled on by the eSafety Commissioner. It is this right that must be defended first. Part 6 – Regulating the online environment, technology and environmental changes 1. Should the Commissioner have powers to act against content targeting groups as well as individuals? What type of content would be regulated and how would this interact with the adult cyber-abuse and cyberbullying schemes? No, there is no need for additional powers already covered by the law and other sections of this Act. 2. What considerations are important in balancing innovation, privacy, security, and safety? Privacy and safety are issues usually covered by existing harassment laws. If there is a genuine risk, a police report can be made and escalated to the appropriate platform. Social media companies already comply with law enforcement requests. The right to privacy can not be automatic and enforceable through the Commissioner as it will often conflict with the right to information and freedom of expression. 3. Should the Act address risks raised by specific technologies or remain technology neutral? How would the introduction of a statutory duty of care or Safety by Design obligations change your response? Changing the Act every time new technology is introduced is going to keep people in jobs. Like a Constitution, an Act should be made for longevity but it should not be vague either. Thus, it should only cover the absolute minimum intervention required, allowing it to stand the test of time. 4. To what extent is the Act achieving its object of improving and promoting online safety for Australians? The Act is providing an avenue for politically charged censorship and the expansion of governmental powers to curb UN rights to freedom of information and expression thus making Australians less safe. 5. What features of the Act are working well, or should be expanded? If one is a victim of criminal harassment, they may (in theory) receive a speedier response from eSafety than from the police. However, that is at the expense of unreasonable interference in the entire population’s right to freedom of expression and information. This should certainly not be expanded. 6. Does Australia have the appropriate governance structures in place to administer Australia’s online safety laws? Australia has already quadrupled the budget of an unelected and largely unsupported, controversial body. Until issues of censorship and free speech have been properly considered, debated and resolved, no consideration of “appropriate government structures” should be discussed. 7. Should Australia consider introducing a cost recovery mechanism on online service providers for regulating online safety functions? If so, what could this look like? Absolutely not. Is eSafety simply a money making scheme for the government? A significant portion of Australians have publicly stated they would prefer eSafety to be defunded. If Australia began to see eSafety as a profit centre, the body would be more inclined to seek to expand its powers. This is not beneficial to the Australian population who may prefer a limited version of the body. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Australia: eSafety review submissions to government, by Radha Stirling

Introduction The Australian Government has requested public consultation in respect of eSafety. The issues raised have been answered...

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Australian government attempts fine X US$500,000 if he doesn't comply with requests to globally censor content on X.  Musk to appeal. "The Australian censorship commissar is demanding global  content bans!" posts free speech champion, Elon Musk, vowing to “robustly challenge this unlawful and dangerous approach in court”. Australia’s Labor Party condemned Musk’s commitment to liberty, branding him a “narcissistic billionaire”, claiming they “won’t be bullied” and are “ready for a fight”, “but who are they fighting for?”  asked free speech advocate, Radha Stirling , founder of human rights group, Due Process International . “It is clear that the overwhelming majority of Australian (voting)  citizens support Elon Musk’s commitment to opposing government censorship. “Citizens saw what happened when the government began censoring voices in order to manipulate the population into accepting a single narrative during covid times. But the truth cannot be suppressed forever and people have woken up to the danger of state endorsed censorship as a means to mislead and deceive the public. “Most Australians believe that Julian Assange should be freed, that he should not be jailed for telling the truth. There is a long history of support for freedom of press and freedom of information, and the recent example of covid truths censorship has hit home. People are feeling less trusting of the government to decide what information they should consume under the guise of “safety”. The eSafety Commissioner  was founded to ‘protect the public’ under the ‘Liberal’ party, then expanded by the Labor party. Its recent attempt to police the global internet though, has left the Australian public supporting Elon Musk over their political leaders. “Elon Musk’s commitment to oppose censorship and encourage open debate is something that resonates with Australians as much as Julian Assange’s whistleblowing journalism. The public wants to discern the truth from information without interference from the state and their vested interests. “Taking on a free speech hero like Elon Musk is a huge mistake for eSafety and the Labor administration. Voters are going to be increasingly electing people who actually value the basic liberties of the population.  Without freedom of information, it is impossible to fully appreciate issues and be able to formulate educated opinions. This is what the government wants but doesn’t look like it's going to get. “Political parties who protect free speech, value their citizens' intelligence and freedom to decide what information they consume will be more likely to win elections and lead a more happy and productive society. Censorship is not for the benefit of the people and it’s imperative Elon Musk wins this precedent setting battle”. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Australia Labor set to lose Elon Musk battle

Australian government attempts fine X US$500,000 if he doesn't comply with requests to globally censor content on X.  Musk to appeal.

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The Assange team is ‘hopeful’ for Biden’s review of charges against Julian Assange, but what’s really going on behind the scenes at the White House? Interpol and Extradition Expert, Radha Stirling explains. “British courts have sufficient legal reasoning to block the US request to extradite Julian Assange leaving Biden worried the US will be humiliated on the world stage” , explains IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform founder, Radha Stirling. “The UK frequently denies extraditions where the wanted person is likely to face unfair trials, human rights violations, discrimination or torture. The court has heard sufficient evidence to rule against extradition and they certainly would do so if it were any other country’s request. “The US has failed to provide any binding or believable assurances that Assange would not face the death penalty, that additional charges would not be levied, that he would not be discriminated against and would not face human rights violations in accordance with UDHR principles. Assange would not be afforded the same protections as US citizens and would not be entitled to constitutional protection of the first amendment right to free speech. “Further, the UK denied the extradition of British citizen Corey de Rose to the US based on his mental health and suicide risk. The Assange team has demonstrated that after over a decade of persecution, of living in exile and in harsh prison conditions, he too, is arguably in the same boat. “The UK has every right to reasonably deny the extradition. The Biden administration is carefully considering the humiliation they would suffer if the British courts ruled against extradition. Without being able to satisfy UK assurance requests, US decision makers realise his extradition is not guaranteed, regardless of the strength of the US-UK alliance. “The inevitable humiliation in the event of an extradition denial is absolutely the only reason the DNC is even entertaining the idea of withdrawing the charges against Julian Assange. Make no mistake, Assange is an enemy of the state, but not of the people. Assange has overwhelming public support and the vast majority support his release. His case is evidence that the state does not represent the will of the people and would rather persecute or even kill its political opponents. “If the charges are withdrawn, it is evidence that prosecutors advised the administration that the extradition would be ruled against and we can thank the British judiciary for their independence. “If the extradition is approved, it sets the frightening precedent that any country can file charges against a foreigner who has never even stepped foot into their jurisdiction, and have them handed over via the extradition process. Universal jurisdiction is one of the most dangerous legal developments in modern history. “It’s worth noting that Saudi Arabia denied a US extradition request of our client, British citizen Christopher Emms , who was accused of conspiring to violate US sanctions. He was not in the US, is a British citizen and violated no UK law, no international laws or UN principles. The US has no right to attempt to force the whole world to follow United States law!” Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Biden reviews Julian Assange Indictments to avoid humiliation

The Assange team is ‘hopeful’ for Biden’s review of charges against Julian Assange, but what’s really going on behind the scenes at the...

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UK courts have sufficient legal reason to deny the extradition of Julian Assange. “The UK has more than enough legal reasoning to deny the extradition of Julian Assange but has failed so far to do so, despite having denied the extradition of other citizens whose cases had less legal justification for doing so” , explains Interpol and Extradition expert witness, Radha Stirling , founder of IPEX Reform  and Due Process International . “Assange’s legal team has presented sufficient evidence in respect of his mental and physical health that would allow the British courts to decline American requests. British courts denied the extradition of Corey de Rose  to the US based on the defendant’s depression and suicide risk. Certainly the Assange legal team has demonstrated that Julian himself, is a suicide risk if extradited to a country that would have him jailed for life (or executed). It’s outrageous that the English court in Julian’s case has denied him the same rights other citizens have been granted. I believe this exemplifies America’s bullying of our politicians and judges, resulting in partial rulings that would not be given in other less political cases. “There is further undeniable evidence that Assange would not receive a fair trial in the jurisdiction where he would stand trial and that it is highly likely he will face human rights violations within the penal system. In other cases where wanted persons have surrendered, they have faced abuse within the prisons, violence, unjustified solitary confinement and human rights violations with deliberate intimidation by authorities to obtain guilty pleas. “The UK can not rely on any assurances by the US that additional charges won’t be levied, that he will be treated fairly, that he won’t face the death penalty or will be afforded the same rights as US citizens. There is no way for the UK to enforce these assurances post extradition. I have personally witnessed countries permit extraditions on the basis of assurances and when these promises were broken, there was nothing the country could do. “The United States does not take kindly to being told what to do and any assurances made to the British courts are likely to be promptly disregarded as soon as Assange steps on a plane. The US knows full well that the UK would not break diplomatic ties or treaties, even if the US breached their promises. “We should not rely on the US to abandon the indictments against Julian Assange when the UK has all of the power, justification and authority to deny the extradition right now. Assange has already been subjected to pre-trial detention in appalling conditions where he has been denied access to the outside world. “Julian Assange is the only one paying for the crimes that he exposed. It is time we united against State led persecution and the abuse of our extradition treaties. The Judges have more than enough justification to deny the extradition and should feel confident enough to finally set him free”. Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

English courts must deny Julian Assange Extradition

The UK has more than enough legal reasoning to deny the extradition of Julian Assange but has failed so far to do so, despite having denied

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Part 2: TNT's Lembit Öpik invites Radha back for a full hour, talking politics & current affairs.  Are we doomed with uni-parties in the UK and US?  News, propaganda, censorship and more. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

The Lembit Öpik Show with Radha Stirling

Part 2: TNT's Lembit Öpik invites Radha back for a full hour, talking politics & current affairs.  Are we doomed with uni-parties in the...

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Born in Northern Ireland in 1965 to Estonian parents, Lembit Öpik studied Economics, then Philosophy at Bristol University. In 1988, He joined multi-national firm Procter & Gamble in Advertising, rising to Global Human Resources Training & Development Manager for the 112,000 staff. Lembit was British MP from 1997-2010, and as Shadow Secretary State for Northern Ireland helped negotiate the Northern Ireland peace. Lembit also chairs the world’s only Digital Parliament – Asgardia, the first ‘space nation.’ An intense liberatarian, Lembit regards increasing societal pressure to conform as the ‘potential end of reason.’ He regards the ‘climate emergency’ mantra as a ‘free speech emergency,’ where vested interests oppress scientific rigour: ‘They’ve the right to be wrong, but they’ve no right to silence other people who are right.’ He’s been broadcasting since the early 1990s on radio and television, and is a feature filmmaker and author. GUEST OVERVIEW: Radha Stirling is a leading UK based human rights advocate, crisis manager and policy consultant, focusing on the UAE and the wider Middle East. She is the founder and CEO of British based organisation Detained in Dubai (which have helped almost twenty thousand victims of injustice over the past 16+ years), Due Process International and IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform. Stirling also hosts the Gulf in Justice Podcast . Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Lembit Öpik interviews Radha Stirling on world politics, foreign policy and censorship.

Born in Northern Ireland in 1965 to Estonian parents, Lembit Öpik studied Economics, then Philosophy at Bristol University. In 1988, He...

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Can’t work. Can’t leave. Relying on charity for food and shelter: The foreigners trapped in Dubai Sanjit Pruthi paid 80,000 Rupees (£760) in November 2023 to an agency in his native India called Al Shayan. Pruthi, 27, paid the huge sum because he was promised a job as a computer technician in a Dubai supermarket for a company called Al Adil. The job paid AED 1200 a month (£258) which compared favourably with Sanjit’s earning potential in his hometown of Mumbai. However when he arrived, Sanjit was told that he would not be doing the job promised, but would be cleaning toilets, loading and unloading tricks, and other general labour. The young Indian refused. “I am an IT specialist and that is my career path,” explains Sanjit. “I didn’t leave home and pay all that money to come here and clean toilets.” Al Adil refused to give Sanjit his passport back or cancel his visa. Eventually he was able to bribe a member of the Al Adil HR department to give him back his passport. But his troubles were far from over. “ Al Adil filed a police case against me for allegedly breaking the terms of my visa ,” says the good natured Sanjit. “And now I am not allowed to work in Dubai, nor am I allowed to leave the country. Luckily it is Ramadan and I am surviving on the free meals given out by various charities. Plus my family at home sends what little money they can, which allows me to share a room with seven other people in Karama (a part of the city populated by low income workers). I have no idea how I will live once the charity and my family’s money runs out.” Unlike Western countries, the UAE has no minimum wage. Companies can get away with paying the absolute minimum wages required to persuade someone to leave their home country. For Westerners, this can be high wages of many thousands of pounds a month. For the Sanjit Pruthis of this world, it can be a couple of hundred pounds. This creates a society of “haves” and “have nots”. It has allowed the economy to burgeon, but at the expense of human dignity. The huge discrepancy in wages is reflected in the way people are treated. With those at the bottom living cramped, miserable lives and treated as merchandise. “The country has been likened to a slave society ,” confirms Radha Stirling , CEO of humanitarian group Detained in Dubai . “No Westerner would think it acceptable to advertise a job in IT, but then tell the candidate they were going to be cleaning toilets when they arrived. “Sachin left his family and home country for this opportunity. Now he is faced with financial ruin, homelessness and starvation. And according to the Dubai legal system, there is nothing wrong with his situation.” It is not only labourers and low income residents who risk being trapped in the desert state. “Anyone who falls foul of the law is given a travel ban until the case is settled,”  continues Stirling. “It doesn’t matter what the offence is, if there is a fine involved the person is forbidden to leave the country or to work once their visa runs out. If the victim can’t pay the fine, it doesn’t matter. They have to stay, relying on charity or until theoretically they starve to death. “We have spoken to many thousands of Westerners since Detained In Dubai’s inception in 2008 who are trapped in this way. Many of them over unpayable debts.” Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Sanjit Pruthi trapped in UAE

Can’t work. Can’t leave. Relying on charity for food and shelter: The foreigners trapped in Dubai Sanjit Pruthi paid 80,000 Rupees (£760)...

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Preventing an Interpol Red Notice, by Expert Radha Stirling A brief Q&A by veteran Interpol and Extradition expert, Radha Stirling , founder of Interpol organisation  IPEX Reform   [Interpol & Extradition Reform] . Stirling has over 16 years experience dealing with Interpol and has deleted and prevented hundreds of Interpol Red Notices. With a growing awareness of the risk of Interpol abuse, individuals are choosing to proactively deter the reports. Common Interpol Warrants Interpol Red Notices can be issued for a variety of reasons and oftentimes, the warrant is achieved through falsified evidence, no evidence at all, a lack of a fair judiciary or a conviction in absentia. Who issues the warrant? In many countries, the court will accept uncontested evidence and automatically sign a warrant. It can be listed on Interpol in mere minutes. This leaves the door open to fraudulent claims by commercial institutions, banks, money hungry business partners, disgruntled ex partners or vindictive ex friends and spouses. Notices can also be politically motivated and are not necessarily from the countries you would expect. We have dealt with Notices from the Middle East to Russia, Egypt, Romania, India, Pakistan, South Korea and China, the UK, US and Australia. A Red Notice does not have to be originating from an authoritarian country to be abusive. Can I fight it before it happens? Due to the prevalence of abusive Interpol Red Notices, more and more people are anticipating the possibility of a warrant and acting on it before it happens. Should I proactively tackle it or wait and see? The damage an Interpol Red Notice can cause is immense. Victims of Interpol abuse can be jailed, face expensive and lengthy extradition proceedings, lose their immigration and visa status, lose their employment, businesses, security clearance and freedom of movement. Even after a Notice is deleted, countries can hold onto the data for as long as they choose and the life impact can be permanent. Individuals who feel they may be at risk are well advised to take preemptive action. What can I do to protect myself? Engage with an expert. Interpol doesn’t give second chances and it is imperative you get the right advice. Every situation is unique. Many lawyers claim to have the expertise to take on Interpol cases but Interpol is not a court of law, it’s an international organisation with zero accountability.  Confronting Interpol is a unique skill in itself. Can you help? There are strategies we employ for our clients to protect them from the risk of an Interpol Red Notice and ensure their safety going forward. Not only do we engage with Interpol directly, but we also analyse the root cause of the issue and how we can mitigate the risk at the source.  We prevent or delete Interpol Red Notices, provide a full crisis management service, defend against extradition and assist with all elements of debt negotiations, legal defence, related residency visa challenges and provide expert testimony for court proceedings. We will get you through this.... Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

How to prevent an Interpol Red Notice

Preventing an Interpol Red Notice, by Expert Radha Stirling A brief Q&A by veteran Interpol and Extradition expert, Radha Stirling,...

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Hi, I’m Ian. If you’re looking at these testimonials to help you decide whether or not to contact Detained in Dubai, my advice is to go for it. I was in a tricky situation and was beginning to despair when my wife persuaded me to contact Rahda. She immediately took control of the situation and was a catalyst for everything positive that happened thereafter. My family can’t thank her enough for her indefatigable and ultimately successful efforts to resolve my predicament. Don’t procrastinate, contact Radha. Her only goal is justice and she will selflessly do all that she can to achieve that for you. Thank you Radha and your team at Detained in Dubai - Ian Mackellar. The Times: Ian Mackellar, who was arrested after a row over a noisy party, flew home last week. He tells of his shock at his ordeal. The first thing Ian Mackellar did when he got home on Tuesday was order fish and chips for his family. It was a moment he was not sure he would experience again. Six weeks ago, Mackellar, 75, was facing jail in Dubai after a dispute about a noisy New Year’s Eve party. He was running out of medicine for his heart condition, and his wife, Carol, feared he would not survive a prison sentence. Mackellar was finally allowed to fly home to Aberdeenshire last week after receiving support from lawyers at the legal organisation Detained in Dubai . Radha Stirling , the human rights lawyer who founded Detained in Dubai, said she was pleased the Dubai government had intervened in Mackellar’s case but that his dealings with the Emirati authorities should be seen as a “warning” to Britons. The Mackellars had flown to the United Arab Emirates in November to help their 43-year-old daughter move into her new home. They returned again in December. Late on New Year’s Eve, a neighbour’s party music was keeping their 18-month-old granddaughter awake. Mackellar, holding the screaming girl in his arms, approached the participants in their front garden to ask if they could move indoors. He received an aggressive response, with several partygoers pushing him and knocking the child’s bottle out of his hand. Mackellar said the hostess, a Lebanese woman, threw a drink over him and his granddaughter, leaving them “soaked”. Stirling said Mackellar’s case should serve as a warning to Britons travelling to or living in the UAE that the police “automatically prosecute on the basis of a verbal complaint made against British citizens, usually for vindictive or extortion reasons”. There have been several high-profile instances in recent years of Britons being held in Dubai. Jamie Harron , from Stirling, Perthshire, was arrested in 2017 for “public indecency” after touching a man on the hip to avoid spilling a drink in a crowded bar. His case was expedited after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, the emirate’s ruler, ordered him to be freed. Stirling said of Mackellar’s case: “I am thankful that the Dubai government intervened in what was clearly a trivial matter that never should have escalated to the point where Ian risked over a year in prison. Most [foreign nationals] who are accused of a crime face months waiting for a court date, unable to return home or resume work, as well as suffering costly legal and hotel bills. If they are found guilty, which is usually the case, regardless of evidence, they will then face many months more of entanglement in the legal appeals process.” Full article here:  Radha Stirling CEO  at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

Ian Mackellar advice: "Don't procrastinate, contact Radha Stirling".

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Will the appointment of a British Secretary General promote human rights within the organisation? Interpol’s controversial appointment of the United Arab Emirates’ General Al Raisi as President did little to help redeem the body’s credibility, particularly after a number of victims filed official complaints against him for torture and gross human rights violations. “The appointment of Al Raisi was unsurprising”,  suggests veteran Interpol expert, Radha Stirling , founder of IPEX Reform . “Before Al Raisi, the presidency was held by China and when the president was mysteriously detained, the office went from one authoritarian state to the next”. Now, Stephen Kavanagh, a former London police officer, has made a bid for the Secretary General of Interpol, supported by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak . Some hope that his potential election would help in reducing or eliminating “Interpol Abuse”, but Stirling says “Germany’s  Jürgen Stock  has held office for over a decade. He has been interviewed multiple times by top level journalists who have questioned him regarding wrongful Interpol Red Notices and the systematic abuse by member states. I have personally dealt with hundreds of abusive Red Notices and the consequences of these over the past 16 years. Despite Mr Stock’s full awareness of the repeat abuses, little has been done to prevent recurrence and nothing at all has been done to sanction member states who engage in the practice. “I have little confidence that Kavanagh's appointment would necessarily result in any positive reforms on this level, but we will certainly lobby for our suggested reviews and policy changes in the event of his election. “As it stands, an individual can be published on Interpol’s databases in an instant but it takes a minimum of nine months to have an unfair notice deleted. During this time, individuals can be arrested, detained, subject to extradition proceedings, lose their jobs and their freedom. There is zero compensation and zero accountability. This simply has to stop”. Stirling is an Interpol and extradition expert with sixteen years experience in deleting notices, preventing them, defending clients against extradition requests, providing expert testimony and lobbying for change. Home | Interpol Red Notice Radha Stirling CEO  at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/  Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

UK bid for Secretary General of Interpol

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Family excited for Ian Mackellar's return to Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Ian Mackellar and his family have been dreading a gruelling drawn out court process that could have resulted in his lengthy incarceration. Shortly after the New Year’s Eve incident, Ian’s family contacted the organisation, Detained in Dubai , explaininsg that he had been charged with trespass after requesting a neighbour turn down the music so his daughter and baby granddaughter could get some sleep. CEO & founder, Radha Stirling , acknowledged the frivolity of the allegation against him, noting the complaint was likely to have been made to immunise the neighbour against police complaints Ian had indicated he would make after a drink was thrown at him and his granddaughter. Stirling and her group began an intense campaign for his freedom, enlisting the assistance of Ian’s local MP, Andrew Bowie, who raised the matter with the UAE’s Ambassador and Lord Ahmad. Two weeks later, Ian was brought down to Al Barsha police station where he was told he would meet with prosecutors. “Ian was extremely nervous”, explained Ms Stirling, “he had no idea what was happening. He was put in front of a judge without his lawyer and essentially pushed to plead guilty to the charges against him. Ian did so and was then held in a locked room on his own, wondering whether he would be taken to prison. He was finally delivered the relieving news that he would be fined AED 3,000 and the travel ban would be removed." Ian was absolutely relieved and has already booked his flight home to Glasgow. His wife, Carol, phoned Stirling on Monday night. She was so thankful that the nightmare was over. She can’t wait to see him and is especially happy he has not been banned from returning to Dubai to visit his daughter in the future. Carol was extremely appreciative of the support from local and international media, Andrew Bowie, MP, the government of Dubai for intervening and of course, Detained in Dubai. Dubai’s Public Prosecution confirmed in a statement that an expedited ruling was issued. “Expedited proceedings would be a welcome change for Dubai’s legal system. However, they are extremely rare and Ian is fortunate that his case was escalated within the government. “For tourists, the process in itself is a significant punishment, resulting in hefty financial penalties through expensive hotels, lawyers and resulting loss of employment. If Dubai can recognise the frivolity of accusations against foreigners and expedite the judicial process, this would go a long way to preventing unfair detentions and travel bans. However, Dubai police also need to review the automatic prosecution process. Just because a complaint is made, doesn’t mean it should automatically go to court and foreigners should not be forced to make the risky decision to plead guilty, just to get home.” “We are pleased Ian is able to return home to Scotland. Ideally, the allegation’s triviality and unevidenced criminality would have been recognised at the first police interview and the case dismissed, rather than proceeding all the way to a judge. We certainly hope to see this in the future, as we do in places like Scotland. We are thankful for the UAE’s intervention in this case” . Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum, previously intervened in Scot’ Jamie Harron’s case, ordering his release. There are still numerous foreign nationals who are entangled in the UAE’s system. Without intervention like that in Ian’s case, they face incomprehensible trauma and unfair detention. Visitors should not expect their cases will be treated similarly. Irish citizen, John Meagher, has been jailed for the past week simply because two separate courts refuse to communicate with each other. One court has proven his innocence but another court refuses to remove the execution order wrongfully attached to him. US Citizen, Cornell Whitfield , has been stuck in the country for months, with judges failing to even turn up to court. Robert Dobbs  has been suffering for years, in and out of prison, because of a fake employment claim against him.  And of course, there are Brits who have been languishing in prison long term, like grandfather Albert Douglas , who has suffered severe mental and physical health issues as a result of being beaten in jail. “Dubai would benefit from a judicial oversight committee and changes to the process that would prevent the unnecessary and lengthy detention of visitors to the UAE” , added Stirling. It should be noted the FCDO did not assist in the resolution of the matter. Instead, they referred Ian to an individual in Dubai who chastised him for his family's actions in publicly calling for his release, told him to fire his lawyer and then referred him to an associated party who requested money for supposed access to 'connections'.  Stirling commented ,“it is common for foreigners to be targeted by individuals who claim to have connections in government and law enforcement.  They ask for hefty sums of money but deliver no results.  It's a common scam and the FCDO must be mindful of such referrals.” Detained in Dubai:   http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha:   https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling:   http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network:   https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International:   http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts:   https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice   https://www.interpolrednotice.com/   Podcast:   http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook:   http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram:   https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +44 7 309 114 195  WhatsApp:   Click here Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195

Ian Mackellar 'relieved after release from Dubai'

Family excited for Ian Mackellar's return to Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Ian Mackellar and his family have been dreading a gruelling drawn...

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A 75 year old Aberdeenshire grandfather has been accused of trespass after complaining of Dubai neighbour’s party noise while looking after infant grandchild. Ian Mackellar has supported his family for years, involving extensive travel to Australia to assist with his children and grandchildren. His daughter recently moved to Dubai to take on a new job that would support her child. Ian and his wife quickly booked a flight to meet her and babysit while she established herself. One of his daughter’s neighbours hosted a New Year’s Eve party. His daughter had to begin work in the early hours of the morning and with an 18 month old, they asked the host to be mindful of sleeping babies and early risers. It was impossible to sleep, and at almost 1am, they messaged the host asking if she could turn the music down, but it become louder. Ian’s daughter needed to get up at 05:30 for work and decided to go around to her neighbour’s house and ask them to turn it down. Ian offered to do so instead, taking his granddaughter with him as she was awake. He wanted to give his daughter a chance to resume sleeping. Ian knocked on the door but nobody responded. He decided to head down the open side path to the garden where he could see guests in attendance. Ian asked if they could move the party indoors. It was late and they needed sleep. He was met with an unexpected response when multiple guests at the party started pushing him backwards, causing him to stumble. The guests were shouting at him and filming him. The baby’s milk bottle was knocked to the ground. 2-3 male guests tried to diffuse the situation, holding back some of the more aggressive male guests. They advised Ian to leave and he gladly did. Ian had made his way to the street when the host ran up to him screaming. Shockingly, she threw a drink over the baby. Ian told her it was “unacceptable”  and he would report it to the police but his daughter didn’t want to, given she was new to the neighbourhood. She took her daughter to bathe and change her saturated clothes. “It is standard practice in Dubai to preemptively file a police report when at risk of being reported” , explains Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai . “The prosecution tends to side with whomever makes the first police report, so if someone is at risk of being reported themselves, they will quickly file against the actual victim. This is how people familiar with Dubai justice manipulate the system to their advantage.” The neighbour predictably filed a police complaint against Ian for “trespass”, resulting in a travel ban and potentially several years in prison. “It is commonplace for foreigners in this situation to offer financial compensation to their accuser in order to drop the case”,  added Stirling, “authorities in Dubai need to crack down on this blatant abuse of criminal justice system. The practice is systemic and will require significant legislative change to stamp it out completely”. Stirling has reached out to Ian’s MP, Andrew Bowie for assistance. Detained in Dubai has helped more than 20,000 people over the past 16 years. A number of Scots have faced arrest and detention in the Gulf over the past decade, including the well known cases of Brian Glendinning , Conor Howard , Billy Barclay and Jamie Harron . “It’s imperative that parliamentary representatives support their constituents where they face injustice. We’re seeing more and more MP’s demanding action from the FCDO and foreign ministry counterparts in countries like the UAE, Qatar and Saudi.”  Ian was scheduled to return to Scotland on the 10th of January but now remains in the UAE indefinitely where he has no access to medical care and where he will be separated from his wife. “This is a very sad situation. Nobody would ever imagine that a polite request to turn the music down would result in a travel ban and criminal prosecution”, says Stirling. “Again and again, we are reminded that a simple trip to Dubai can indeed be a one way ticket. If the case isn’t dropped, Ian will likely end up in prisons notorious for human rights violations, and he simply doesn’t deserve it.” Detained in Dubai:   http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha:   https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling:   http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network:   https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International:   http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts:   https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice   https://www.interpolrednotice.com/   Podcast:   http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook:   http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram:   https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org WhatsApp:   Click here Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai Phone: +447309114195 / WhatsApp:   Click here

Scottish grandfather’s Christmas visit to Dubai ends in nightmare

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The appointment of the UAE's General Al Raisi as Director of Interpol  has sparked concerns amongst the expat community in Middle Eastern countries. Qatar and the UAE have remained top abusers of the Interpol Red Notice system, issuing notices against foreigners for alleged financial crimes, including mortgages and credit card debt. These Red Notices continue to cause the arrest and unfair detention of expats in countries like Italy, Spain, the UK, Denmark and more. In many cases, the reported victim doesn't even owe money to the banks. Travel is risky for anyone who feels they may be unfairly targeted by financial institutions, business partners, employers or ex spouses. Radha Stirling, CEO at IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform IPEX seeks to advise, lobby, and achieve urgently needed reforms in Interpol’s internal procedures for data collection Read More Interpol accepts Red Notice requests wholesale, without consideration of the evidence (or lack of). The impact a Red Notice can have on someone's life is severe.  They can be arrested, detained or extradited, denied employment, travel and residency visas. “Recently, we’ve seen the US taking Gulf issued Interpol Red Notices more seriously and denying entrance visas to listed persons. This is in contrast to previous years where they disregarded Gulf warrants, knowing that they were often issued without merit”,  said Interpol expert, Radha Stirling , the only advocate specialising in Middle Eastern Interpol abuse over the past 15+ years. Interpol Red Notice Abuse: Philip Wood, QC discusses Radha Stirling – Undeterred in Dubai  – CCVDH.org Read More Stirling continued, “we regularly delete Interpol Red Notices from the system and have maintained a 100% success rate over the past decade and a half. We proactively make submissions to Interpol in the event that there is a chance an individual may be reported in the future and ensure that they are not at risk of being detained abroad. As part of our work, we represent clients in immigration and visa applications, providing testimony to authorities to make their lives remain as uninterrupted as possible”.  Stirling also represents clients and works with law enforcement bodies and law firms to provide expert witness testimony in immigration and extradition cases, as well as identifying and addressing the root cause of the risk. Stirling also represents clients in debt negotiations  with banks and in private disputes to prevent escalation. Radha Stirling – A Leading Human Rights Advocate Dedicated to Help Victims of Injustice  | CIO VIEWS Read More Her organisation, IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform , has dealt with unfair Red Notices from all over the world, including Egypt, China, South Korea, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Venezuela, the UK, the United States, Australia and more. Many of these Red Notices are related to business deals, property, mortgages, fraud allegations, cryptocurrency as well as political and personal vendettas. Stirling advises people to contact them as soon as they feel they may be at risk so preventative measures can be taken. See: Interpol Press Pack Interpol FAQ E-Book Book a Consultation WhatsApp +447752639948 British woman under 'house arrest' in Italy over unpaid Dubai debt Middle East Eye Read More Father-of-three held in Iraqi jail over Qatar bank ‘debt’ to return to Scotland  - Jersey Evening Post Read More Detained in Dubai:   http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha:   https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling:   http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network:   https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International:   http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts:   https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice   https://www.interpolrednotice.com/   Podcast:   http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook:   http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram:   https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp:   Click here Radha Stirling CEO  at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195

Interpol Red Notice- Risk Assessment 2024

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​Cornell and his legal team were left waiting outside the courtroom for hours, before being told the judge wasn't there. Calls for Dubai boycott over Miami bodyguard’s detention in Dubai TreySongz’ bodyguard, Cornell Whitfield from Miami, was sentenced to one year’s imprisonment in jails notorious for human rights abuses. The celebrity bodyguard was charged with “assault” when he was forced to protect his client, rapper TreySongz, against a Jordanian man’s aggressive advances. It’s important to remember that private citizens can essentially activate the police to open criminal prosecutions and it’s up to the individual whether to close the case or not. In Cornell’s case, the complainant requested $60,000 to cancel the case but lawyers advised him not to pay, because it would likely lead to further increased demands. His 1 year sentence was overturned during his legal appeal, but Dubai courts have failed him. He has appeared in court on three separate occasions, hoping that each one would result in his freedom to leave the Emirates. When he turned up the first time with his legal team, he was told the Jordanian complainant was “ill” and the court granted a postponement. Cornell was told to wait another miserable several weeks causing him to miss his then 2 year old son’s birthday. Dressed and ready, Cornell and his legal team attended court again with nerves running high, not knowing whether he would be thrown in jail or released. Cornell was told “the judge is on holidays”  and again, a postponement was ordered. His family was devastated. “Will he be home for Christmas, Radha?”  his mother desperately asked Detained in Dubai founder, Radha Stirling . “He has another hearing scheduled for the 20th of December”, Stirlng replied, “and provided there are no more delays and the outcome is positive, it is possible he will arrive home for Christmas”. American is jailed in Dubai due to Sharia court R&B singer Trey Songz’s bodyguard Cornell Whitfield is the latest Western tourist to run afoul of the Sharia-based judicial system in Dubai. Read  More In what felt like a concerted effort to punish Cornell with the process, when he attended court yesterday, he was told “the judge is sick”. On the spot, his lawyers pleaded with the chief judge and prosecutor, explaining the urgency of Cornell’s situation. “It’s one thing for trials to be postponed when you are a resident”, says Stirling, “but when you are a tourist living in hotels, any delay is traumatic and costly. Visitors who planned for a one week vacation, end up spending months in the country before being able to prove their innocence in court. The costs are astronomical, with local lawyer fees and hotels. Of course, most people will not be paid by their employers when they are absent and many end up fired”. After months (sometimes more than a year), they may be found innocent, but there is no compensation for the severe trauma and financial loss. “The UAE needs to assess adopting a new strategy for dealing with tourist cases. Too many innocent travellers are being affected by outdated legal processes, corruption and wrongful allegations. “Cornell Whitfield’s family is calling for a celebrity boycott of Dubai until her son is released. It’s simply far too dangerous for celebrities to be promoting the UAE, when so many Americans are ending up mistreated and abused by an outdated justice system. “There is a misconception amongst some Americans that those who are arrested in Dubai have clearly violated the law but that is a reflection of the lack of US State Department travel warnings. In contrast, the UK’s media has fairly covered fifteen years worth of wrongful detentions and human rights violations in the Emirates but that’s because the British travel more to Dubai than the Americans given the proximity and cheap flights. The US though, has had less experience and media coverage of Dubai injustices. It’s imperative that American travellers familiarise themselves with the prevalence of wrongful allegations and arrests rather than taking the UAE’s media spin that their legal system is as modern as their buildings, it’s simply not the case. “We hope that celebrities will reconsider travel plans to Dubai while Cornell Whitfield remains in the country. TreySongz and the numerous other celebrities he has protected, need to use their influence to help him come home to his family”. Lawyers for Cornell have said the judge didn't turn up and they were left waiting outside the courtroom for hours.  They have not been given a new hearing date. Radha Stirling CEO Detained in Dubai Press queries : press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp:  Click

Calls for boycott over Cornell Whitfield detention in Dubai

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Bank's Interpol Red Notice serves as warning to foreign property investors: In 2008, an investor accepted a mortgage offer of AED 2m from Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) for a property in development by UAE government owned entity Nakheel (colloquially referred to as 'NakHELL'). He continued to service his mortgage for several years. When the world economic crisis hit, development of the estate was cancelled by Nakheel and the customer discovered that ADCB had financed the development themselves. They refused to refund the payments he had already made and instead forced him to buy a different, more expensive property which required him to pay significant and unexpected extra fees on top. The customer moved abroad in 2012 but continued servicing the (now larger) mortgage. He tried to settle the mortgage in its entirety which would have only been 350,000 AED at the time, but the developer refused. Due to the economic crisis, he lost his employment and returned to the UAE but for the year that he was there, he was unable to find a new job. He was unable to service the mortgage for a house that he would never have access to. However, he had offered a repayment plan of 5,000 AED per month. There had never been any behaviour from the customer that could be deemed as “fraudulent”. He acted in good faith, repaying a mortgage where the terms were breached by the developer and like many investors, he was unfairly criminalised in the UAE and an Interpol Red Notice was issued against him in 2018 for “bounced cheques”. The cheque referred to in the Red Notice request was a “security cheque” that banks demand of their customers in the UAE. They are designed to be presented in the event of any default on repayment, regardless of the circumstances, so that person can be jailed. However, a mortgage default is not a crime as per Interpol’s charter, nor in most places in the world. In any other country, the customer would have been refunded when the development ceased or in a worst case scenario, he may go bankrupt but he would not end up in prison or on Interpol’s Red Notice databases. Banks misusing Interpol as a debt collection agency is abusive to Interpol and to the victims of this abuse. IPEX (Interpol and Extradition) Reform  founder and expert witness, Radha Stirling , said “UAE and Qatar banks have a history of misusing Interpol as a debt collection agency, in hope this will put additional pressure on a customer to pay a loan, mortgage or credit card debt. In many instances, this has led to the wrongful detention of bank customers abroad." “This abuse of Interpol’s databases has caused the unfair and lengthy detentions of numerous individuals in countries like Spain, Greece, Iraq, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy and more. I am pleased that we were able to secure the deletion of our client’s Interpol Red Notice and his ultimate freedom, but abuse like this needs to end. “This case should serve as a stark warning to real estate investors whom the UAE is attempting to lure into buying property with luxury estate expos being held in the UK and the US. People don’t yet realise the serious risk of being criminalised by the United Arab Emirates." “Interpol does not sanction nor penalise any member state who abuses the system and as such, countries will continue to misuse their membership." “Interpol is complicit in numerous and serious human rights abuses and will soon be held to account. Interpol has become a pay to play organisation, open to manipulation and abuse by countries with poor human rights records. Countries like the UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Bahrain, Iran, Turkey, Russia, Egypt and China have been able to use the crime tool for their own personal vendettas. Countries like the Emirates have used Interpol’s reach to extend their jurisdiction beyond their borders, causing the arrest, detention and prosecution abroad of many innocent victims. Innocent individuals have been listed on Interpol, arrested, detained and tried for “crimes” that don’t even meet Interpol’s minimum reporting criteria." "Journalists, activists, businessmen and credit card debtors have been locked up in Western nations at the mere request of countries who repeatedly take advantage of their membership ith Interpol.” Home | IPEX Reform Interpol & Extradition Reform, Expert Witness, Interpol Removal, Crisis Management, Legislative & Government Advisory Read More Home | Interpol Red Notice Interpol Red Notice by veteran expert Radha Stirling Stirling calls out Interpol negligence as yet another wrongful Red Notice removed Read More Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre  Radha Stirling, CEO, is renowned as a fearless at what she does best, she is a pioneer in her field as an Interpol and Extradition expert. “My Iraq Prison Hell” - Brian Glendinning talks to Radha Stirling Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre South Korean Interpol Notice Deleted by Radha Stirling Interpol and Extradition expert, Radha Stirling announced the deletion of an Interpol Red Notice against her Australian client, issued by The Republic of Korea (ROK). Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org  Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org  Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/   Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling   Live news and updates on Telegram:   https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org  / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195  WhatsApp: Click here

UAE Bank Interpol Red Notice DELETED

Bank's Interpol Red Notice serves as warning to foreign property investors: In 2008, an investor accepted a mortgage offer of AED 2m from...

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In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Gulf states have markedly expanded their influence within the UK media sector, raising concerns about potential impacts on press freedom, editorial independence, and diplomatic relations. Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International , warns that the multifaceted dimensions of Gulf nations, particularly the UAE, exerting their presence in the UK media landscape, represents a form of soft power and strategic positioning by the Gulf, which threatens to deflect from pressing human rights concerns. “ Over the past 15 years, we have seen a significant shift, almost a reversal of the historical power dynamic between the UAE and the UK ,” Stirling explains, “ When we first began our advocacy work for foreign victims of injustice in the Emirates, the British government wielded considerable diplomatic clout and the UAE was highly sensitive to Western rebuke. Today, we see UK government officials treading very lightly when it comes to even mild criticism of human rights abuses in the Emirates and in the Gulf States; and sometimes the FCDO appears almost powerless to intervene when British citizens are wrongfully detained or falsely prosecuted in the UAE . This is largely due to the very deliberate campaign by the Gulf countries to cultivate influence and economic leverage in the UK and Europe .” UAE spends heavily on lobbying in US, UK | Daily Sabah The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has influenced decision-making both in the U.K. and the U.S. through powerful lobbying, a British media watchdog has... Read More FCDO failure in Albert Douglas case Grandfather Albert Douglas has been held as an economic hostage in Dubai. He has been beaten, tortured and denied his medication, but the FCDO says “torture in itself is not grounds for a clemency application”. Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre The United Kingdom has maintained longstanding historical ties with the ruling families of Gulf states, fostering a relationship that goes beyond geopolitical considerations. Shared interests, such as horse breeding, have served as conduits for cultural exchange and mutual understanding. These historical connections, coupled with significant financial investments, have created a strong rapport between the UK and Gulf nations. Gulf states, notably the UAE, have made substantial investments in the UK, including prime real estate in London, stakes in British companies, and ownership of shares in media outlets. These financial entanglements have prompted questions about the potential influence such investments might wield over the UK media landscape. The spectre of undue influence and its implications for editorial independence and press freedom looms large in the wake of these substantial financial commitments. The UAE has strategically positioned itself as a global player through extensive public relations efforts, showcasing its political, economic, and military achievements. These efforts have been instrumental in attracting investors and fostering strategic partnerships; even despite a slew of corruption scandals and countless instances of fraud, extortion, and outright theft suffered by foreign investors in the UAE. “ The image that is allowed to be promoted of the Emirates in the West completely obscures the grave dangers actually posed to foreign investors and business people in that country ,” Stirling says, “ The majority of cases we deal with involve financial disputes between Western expats and local partners, with foreigners routinely taking the fall for crimes committed by their Emirati associates because locals know that the court system is endemically biased against foreigners. Capital invested in the UAE, more often than not, is treated as a donation by the Emiratis. We have had clients flagrantly robbed of hundreds of millions of dollars; their companies and assets seized, their bank accounts emptied, all by local partners or sponsors; who then register criminal cases against them and pursue them through Interpol to the ends of the earth. Yet, British and Western media continue to tout the UAE as a safe and prosperous destination for investment. It is really quite deceitful and dangerous.” The carefully curated narrative disseminated through various media channels serves as a powerful tool in shaping how the UAE is perceived internationally. While strategic positioning is a legitimate aspect of statecraft, concerns arise when the line between informative communication and propaganda blurs, potentially influencing public opinion in the UK and beyond. “ The UAE frequently receives positive and frankly dishonest coverage in the British media ,” Stirling explains, “ Sometimes on the same programmes that also feature stories about UK citizens being wrongfully detained in Dubai. It is almost as if PR agencies hired by the UAE plant glowing pieces about Dubai specifically to offset any factual negative coverage that might air. This is then compounded by paid advertisements promoting the UAE as a tourist destination as soon as the programme goes to break .” The delicate dance between diplomatic relations, economic interests, and the desire to attract investments has added complexity to the relationship between the UK and Gulf states. Striking a balance that safeguards journalistic integrity while fostering economic partnerships is a challenge that policymakers must navigate in the evolving landscape of international media ownership. The UAE's human rights record has been a subject of international criticism, including rebukes from the European Parliament. This scrutiny has implications for diplomatic relations and investments, as evidenced by the UK government's intervention to "soften" language in a letter to an Abu Dhabi-backed fund attempting to acquire The Telegraph. The concern is rooted in the potential impact of foreign ownership on press freedom and media integrity. “ There isn’t a genuine question as to whether or not the UAE’s potential acquisition of The Telegraph will influence both coverage of the Emirates and UK policy towards the UAE ,” Stirling explains, “ Because it already has influenced both even before the purchase has been made .” The intersection of media ownership, human rights, and diplomatic relations raises profound questions about the ethical considerations that should guide international investments, Stirling argues. It prompts reflection on whether economic interests should take precedence over human rights concerns and the potential ramifications for press freedom within the UK media landscape. “ We have to be realistic about this. When the UAE invests in the UK, when they invest in the West generally; they believe those investments should act as ‘hush money’. The UAE and the Gulf are not making these investments for the benefit of the UK, Europe, or the US. They are making these investments to buy leverage and influence; essentially, they are buying impunity. But the only reason they can believe that their investments will work in this manner is because they have worked in this manner in the past. They have seen the British government become increasingly docile in the wake of Gulf investment. They have seen officials accept the trade-off between financial benefit and silence over human rights violations.” Given the UAE's significant financial influence in the UK media and sports sectors, Stirling stresses that increased caution is warranted to prevent manipulation. The UK government should carefully consider the implications of its relationships with Gulf states, particularly concerning human rights and the rule of law. UAE out-spends China to win influence Between the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, the Emirates Investment Authority, Mubadala, and the Investment Corporation of Dubai; the UAE’s Sovereign Wealth Funds control well over $1 trillion. That is roughly equivalent to the total assets of the China Investment Fund,... Read More “ The legal system of Dubai and the UAE came under international scrutiny this year, with a parliamentary inquiry examining how foreign business executives are treated when accused of breaking the law ,” She explains, “ This inquiry, chaired by Baroness Helena Kennedy, underscored the need to critically evaluate the implications of growing Gulf influence on the UK's legal and media systems. That was a very positive step, but I fear it is too little, too late. “The potential impact of foreign investment on the UK media landscape requires thorough scrutiny and consideration of the broader implications for freedom of the press and the integrity of the media industry as a whole. This is an issue of immediate concern with the proposed sale of The Telegraph. Freedom of the press does not exist in the UAE. The entirety of media in the Emirates operates strictly as a PR platform for the government. There is no reason to believe that the UAE will treat The Telegraph any differently. The strategy is quite clear: they are not satisfied with simply planting stories in British media outlets, they want to control the outlets themselves, and this will render once-independent sources of news and information little more than vehicles of Abu Dhabi state propaganda.” Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Press queries: press@detainedindubai.org Phone: +447309114195 / WhatsApp: Click here

Increasing Influence in the UK Media Landscape

In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Gulf states have markedly expanded their influence within the UK media sector,...

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Bodyguard to the stars sentenced to one year in Dubai jail for "doing his job". Miami VIP bodyguard Cornell Whitfield has been sentenced to 1 year in Dubai’s notorious jail after putting himself in the line of fire when acting as security for R&B singer Trey Songz in Dubai. His lawyer is filing an appeal to the charge of “assault” after he slapped a Jordanian man who was drunk and acting in a threatening and aggressive way in front of the FIVE Palm Jumeirah hotel. The man initially demanded US$60,000 to drop the criminal allegations, but Whitfield didn’t have the money and assumed the Dubai justice system would acquit him as he was acting in self defence and exercised restraint when protecting his client. Hotel security, CCTV and witnesses all supported Whitfield’s diligent response and interception of the assailant. “He was just doing his job and never expected the man would make a complaint considering it was him who was acting that way”, says his cousin. Whitfield had hoped to be able to resolve the case quietly but was shocked when a Dubai court sentenced him to a year in prison. He is now fighting for his freedom and to be reunited with his family including his two year old son. “If a bodyguard can be jailed for protecting his client, should celebrities really be supporting Dubai?” asks Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai. “Foreigners are seen as prey by locals who know they will pay large sums of money to have frivolous or false cases dropped. Locals have turned Dubai’s police force into an extortion tool making it extremely risky for tourists”. Whitfield’s family have set up a GoFundMe to raise support. “He has already lost more than $35,000 in legal fees and hotel bills”, reports his cousin, Sarena George, who set up the fundraiser. Fundraiser by Sarena George : Stuck in Dubai Hello, my name is Marysia Bryant Mike and I really appreciate you taking a moment to read my story. M… Sarena George needs your support for Stuck in Dubai Read More “We are really hoping the judge at least overturns the custodial sentence”, says his Miami based mother, Marysia. “He needs to be home with his family and his little boy. I can’t bear the thought of him being locked up in a place so far away. It’s one thing if he committed a genuine crime, but he was just doing his job. He didn’t ask for any trouble”. Marysia and Sarena have contacted his congressional representative Frederica Wilson, pleading for diplomatic support from the US State Department. It is certainly not too late for diplomatic intervention. The CCTV evidence shows Whitfield acting in self defence and that he should not be jailed in Dubai. VIP bodyguard sentenced to 1 year in Dubai jail for “doing his job” Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Radha Stirling CEO at Detained in Dubai +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195 WhatsApp: Click here

Family of bodyguard facing year in Dubai prison appeal for support

Bodyguard to the stars sentenced to one year in Dubai jail for "doing his job". Miami VIP bodyguard Cornell Whitfield has been sentenced...

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A Miami personal protection professional has been sentenced to one year in Dubai jail for protecting his client against an aggressive Jordanian man’s advances. 40 year old Cornell Whitfield is a devoted father to his 2 year old boy “Champ”. He lives in Miami and coaches Little League. His cousin, Serena, describes him as “the sweetest, most caring man who takes his job seriously”. Whitfield has been in the personal security field for two decades, working with leading celebrities like Lil’ Kim “Queen Bee”, DreamDoll, TreySongz, Justin Dior Combs, Deebo Samuels, Quavo and footballer Trevon Diggs. The incident Whitfield’s career developed through his professionalism and strong work ethic to the point where he is in high demand by top celebrities seeking protection. He frequently visited Dubai with his clients and promoted it as a tour destination to his celeb friends, until now. On the 9’th of March 2023, Whitfield was assigned to Trey Songz ’s security team. They were leaving the FIVE Palm Jumeirah hotel, heading out to a club when a Jordanian man approached Trey Songz, waving his arms around, swearing and acting aggressively. Whitfield put himself between his client and the man, telling him to calm down and back off but the man only escalated his behaviour. Whitfield slapped him lightly on the cheek to jolt him out of his erratic and threatening behaviour. The assailant, who Whitfield perceived was under influence of drugs or alcohol, stopped his behaviour and retreated. The security team went home to the US and thought nothing more of the minor incident but when Whitfield returned to Dubai on the 31st of August 2023, he was arrested for “assault”. The Jordanian had made a criminal complaint to the police. Even where the police wouldn't pursue a case themselves, they will act on behalf of the complainant if requested. Whitfield was hauled in before the head prosecutor where he explained exactly what happened and invited police to review the CCTV evidence. Whitfield had the CCTV on his side as well as multiple witnesses but the police didn’t seem to care. “Mr Whitfield could have made his own complaint against the Jordanian”, says Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai who is advocating for Mr Whitfield’s release. “Police will usually prosecute whoevers complaint arrives on their desk first, but Americans are not the types who will run off to the police with every little issue. This is where they can be taken advantage of”. US $60,000 payment demand Whitfield was interviewed by the prosecutor alongside his accuser. He was stunned when the accuser demanded almost US$60,000 to drop the case. “Unfortunately, requests for fiscal payments to drop criminal cases are commonplace in the United Arab Emirates”, explains Stirling. “It’s a real problem because for many it has become a business to provoke victims or to fabricate accusations for the sole purpose of monetary compensation.” “It’s ludicrous that the accuser in this case has demanded $60,000 after forcing Whitfield to defend his client. For many people struggling in the world, provoking a slap that results in a $60k payout would be tempting. In Dubai, this kind of thing happens when all the time. Whether it’s a rental car agency, a taxi driver, airport staff or a random accuser like in this case, the possibility of a payout is a strong incentive to open a criminal case.” Sentenced Unlike some other Americans who recently paid $20k to their accusers to drop a falsified case, Whitfield was unable to pay the demand and was sentenced by the courts to 1 year in prison. The judicial system in the UAE is swayed towards Gulf and Arab citizens, with judges being mostly Jordanians or Egyptian. Police, prosecutors and judges are notoriously racist against individuals of Asian and African descent, regardless of their citizenship. UAE prisons are notorious for human rights abuses. Most Western countries will not extradite citizens to the UAE based on the “ real risk of human rights violations and torture”. Lee Bradley Brown was killed in police custody while British grandfather Albert Douglas was beaten by guards so severely that he suffered multiple broken bones and head injuries. Whitfield has appealed the sentence, hoping to be able to get home to his two year old son. “His family have been so worried about Mr Whitfield being alone in the Middle East”, confirms Stirling after speaking with his cousin and mother. “It’s unbearable for them to imagine him locked up in a desert jail. They know he doesn’t deserve it. They haven’t been able to sleep.” Embassy “The US Embassy has not been of any help”, Whitfield told Stirling in a phone call. Stirling has dealt with foreign and consular services from most countries over the years. She says this experience is common, “It’s common for Embassies to tell their citizens to simply hire a lawyer. In cases of injustice though, Embassies need to take a more proactive approach towards ensuring the safety of their citizens. After the cases of Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos and Tierra Allen, our organisation has made recommendations to the US State Department to increase their travel warnings to citizens. It’s noteworthy that the Israeli Embassy has been the most effective at ensuring the protection of their citizens in Dubai despite being the newest embassy. I believe the US and UK should top that. “Unfortunately, most governments prefer to focus on trade and security deals through the Embassy, rather than the needs of individuals. We have approached Mr Whitfield’s Congressional representative, Frederica Wilson, to seek her support. “Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Congressman Ritchie Torres both strongly supported their constituents (Tierra Allen and Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos) and we hope the Florida reps will step up for Mr Whitfield too”. US citizen and military veteran Robert Dobbs , has been stuck in Dubai for several years and very outspoken about the Embassy’s lack of support. Robert’s employer, Providence English Private School made a financial claim against him but he was not informed of proceedings so a judgement was issued in absentia. When he discovered the judgement in absentia, it was too late to appeal it. He has now been arrested almost thirty times as a result. In a clear case of injustice, it’s so important to have diplomatic support. Dobbs now fears he will die in the UAE and will never be able to see his family again. Should celebrities go to Dubai? “Lil’ Kim is devastated that I’m going through this”, relays Whitfield to Stirling. Systemic judicial abuse is of serious ongoing concern. Even where visitors obey the letter of the law, they can still be vulnerable to false and spiteful allegations, extortion and compensation schemes as well as discriminatory and unfair trials. “Celebrities need to think again when they consider promoting a place like Dubai. Numerous social media influencers like Tierra Allen and TV stars like Kaz Crossley Selina Waterman-Smith have found themselves at risk of imprisonment. Stars may be more likely to avoid a prison sentence than an average person, but they need to consider whether it’s right to promote a country with egregious human rights violations with a strong history of prejudice against sex, race and gender. It’s ironic that certain celebrities who are so outspoken about LGBT rights would fully promote a country where the death sentence still exists. Given the endless high profile abuses coming out of Dubai, celebrities should hold off until the Emirates overhaul the justice system and ensure that visitors are safe from abuse. Americans in Dubai According to Detained in Dubai, arrests of Americans appear to have increased with Stirling stating “the cases reported in the media only represent a fraction of arrests. We’ve seen Florida man, Peter Clark , who was arrested for cannabis residue in his bloodstream that he had consumed legally from Nevada weeks before he even flew to Dubai. Danielle Jeffries from Miami was held on a wrongful business administration case, while Tierra Allen was accused of verbal abuse by a rental car agency looking to extort her. Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos was held for months after being wrongfully accused of assault during a 6 hour layover. Elizabeth had in fact been the victim of mistreatment by customs officers who humiliated and mistreated her. It ended up costing her more than $50,000. What will happen to Cornell Whitfield? Whitfield’s lawyer has filed an appeal and request for his bail to continue during proceedings. However, Whitfield could be detained at any moment and forced to serve his sentence. Whitfield’s case raises the question, “can you defend yourself in Dubai?” Over the past decade, we have seen rape victims jailed for “sex outside marriage”, road rage victims jailed because of preemptive police reports by the actual perpetrators, was assault victims jailed for “offensive behaviour” or “assault” themselves. Justice is available on a first come first serve basis, even where the accused is the victim. There is a culture of provocation leaving the judicial process open to abuse by vindictive or extortive locals who are familiar with local legal flaws. While this culture and process remains active, visitors are at serious risk of being jailed in the UAE. “We hope the police and judges will review the CCTV evidence and witness statements, understand that Whitfield was defending his client and allow him to travel home without incarceration”, says Stirling. “Until then, we recommend celebrities call out Dubai for these repeated cases of injustice”. 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VIP bodyguard sentenced to 1 year in Dubai jail for “doing his job”

A Miami personal protection professional has been sentenced to one year in Dubai jail for protecting his client against an aggressive...

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“ When democratic countries do business in un-democratic countries, it exposes their staff, executives, and their investors to authoritarian systems that operate with impunity, and this puts them at significant risk ,” says Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Due Process International , while discussing the recent travel ban imposed on Charles Wang Zhonghe, the chairman of investment banking for China at Nomura, by Chinese authorities. “ Integrating anti-democratic regimes into the global economy was supposed to help open those countries up to political reform, but countries like China, and the Gulf States, have learned that they can reap the economic benefits of integration while remaining authoritarian; foreign professionals and investors in these countries are in a very vulnerable position, as we see in the case of Mr. Wang .” Wang's situation is just one example of the growing trend of executives disappearing or being banned from travel in China, which is a concerning development for the rule of law and due process in the country, Stirling says. This situation is particularly alarming, she explains, because Wang has been told that he can move freely within mainland China but not leave. This travel freeze is the most high-profile incident involving a foreign bank in China, and it raises serious questions about the safety and security of foreign professionals working in the country. “ Due process is a fundamental principle of justice, and it is essential for protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals ,” Stirling says. “ The Chinese government must respect the rule of law, and it must provide clear explanations and legal recourse for anyone facing travel bans or other restrictions on their movement, as per the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights .” The normalisation of the suspension of due process in China is a worrying trend that should concern anyone who values the rule of law and human rights, Stirling cautions. The Chinese government has been criticised for its treatment of human rights activists, journalists, and other dissidents, and the recent travel ban on Wang is yet another example of how the government is willing to use its power to restrict the movement of foreign professionals without providing transparent justifications for such restrictions. This is not the first time that foreign executives have faced travel bans or disappeared in China. In 2018, the former head of Interpol, Meng Hongwei, disappeared during a trip to China and was later accused of corruption. In 2019, two Canadian citizens were detained in China in what was widely seen as retaliation for the arrest of a Chinese executive in Canada. These incidents, along with Wang's situation, raise serious concerns about the rule of law and due process in China, particularly in relation to foreign executives, professionals, and investors. The Chinese government has a history of cracking down on alleged corruption and financial crimes, but these efforts have often been criticised for lacking transparency and due process. “ This is not unique to China ,” Stirling explains, “ We have dealt with similar situations in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Accusations of corruption or financial wrongdoing are frequently directed at innocent individuals to shift blame from locals who have actually committed the offences. We have seen foreigners in Ras Al Khaimah, for example, detained in secret facilities for months or even years, subjected to torture, their families threatened, and forced to confess or to incriminate others, solely for the purpose of diverting guilt from powerful local players. One of the first steps in this process is typically a travel ban . Detainee says China has secret jail in Dubai, holds Uyghurs A young Chinese woman says she was held for eight days at a Chinese-run secret detention facility in Dubai along with at least two Uyghurs, in what may be the first evidence that China is operating a so-called “black site” beyond its borders. Read More “Clearly, this represents a violation of Mr. Wang’s freedom of movement as guaranteed by the UDHR, to which China is a signatory,” Stirling explains , “He has not been formally charged with any offence, and while he is not being held in detention, the travel ban unquestionably puts his safety in jeopardy; as there is every reason to expect escalation by the authorities, which could lead to Wang’s disappearance if no diplomatic intervention is undertaken.” The Chinese financial sector is becoming increasingly unstable, and it is possible that the government is pursuing scapegoats, Stirling speculates. “ It has become all too common for executives to simply disappear in China, China Renaissance Holdings CEO Fan Bao, for instance, has been missing since February. So, the obvious concern is that a travel ban could be a prelude to a disappearance in the case of Mr. Wang. This is particularly worrying given the fact that Bao was vanished apparently in connection to an investigation into his associate Cong Lin, and Mr. Wang worked with Lin in the past. It is believed that he was assisting authorities with the investigation, but imposing a travel ban on him suggests that Mr. Wang Zhonghe’s cooperation may not be voluntary .” Stirling emphasises that companies and business people from Western and democratic countries must be alert to the risks they face in places like China and other authoritarian nations. “ Before any investor or company chooses to set up shop in countries infamous for human rights violations and the absence of due process, they need to take precautions for their staff and prepare diplomatic support channels and other means of ensuring the safety of their workers and executives. They need to be cognizant of the fact that their operations and their people are not granted any substantial legal protections in these countries, and that they can be unfairly targeted, wrongly accused, detained without trial, or literally vanished. These are not normal business considerations in other parts of the world; but when you are doing business in authoritarian countries, calculating risks has to include not only dollars and cents, but life and liberty.” Radha Stirling CEO Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 WhatsApp: Click here Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195

Nomura executive’s travel ban raises concerns for foreign companies in China

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Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos was sentenced to ONE YEAR in prison after being falsely accused of “assaulting and insulting” Dubai airport staff. Elizabeth faced degrading, painful and humiliating searches when she transited through the international hub from Istanbul to New York but the nightmare has not ended. “Elizabeth’s experience transiting through Dubai International Airport has left our organisation, Detained in Dubai , calling for increased travel warnings to US citizens”, said founder Radha Stirling in a statement. “Elizabeth only intended to transit through Dubai for six hours but she’s been there for months on end and has lost $50,000 in expenses and lawyers costs. She’s now been told she has a one year prison sentence but that if all ‘goes well’, she will only be detained until she can book a flight out of the UAE. “On top of being humiliated and traumatised by airport staff, Elizabeth has suffered months of being forced to stay in an expensive country, pay expensive lawyers and miss out on her university studies. Is this the kind of transport hub that people would want to choose? She’s not the only US citizen who has fallen foul of the country’s backwards justice system. Social media influencer Tierra Allen (Sassy Trucker) was stuck in the country for months after falling victim to a rental car extortion scheme while Peter Clark was held for residual hashish found in his bloodstream that he’d legally smoked in Las Vegas long before his visit. “One thing these Americans have in common is that they regret the day they ever decided to visit Dubai and they all continue to intensely warn other citizens to avoid the region. It’s not about guilt or innocence. A mere allegation is sufficient to secure a conviction whether there is evidence of wrongdoing or not. Often, allegations are used by complainants to secure large settlement payments to close the case. It was even suggested that Elizabeth offer money to her accusers for them to close the case but they have been extremely vindictive. “Elizabeth is extremely worried that she will be detained in the notorious Al Awir prison and won’t (as promised) be allowed to leave the country. Even if she is allowed to be deported tomorrow, she will remain in prison until then, not knowing whether there will be further delays or whether in fact, she will end up forced to serve the whole sentence. This is an extreme situation for a 21 year old to go through. “The US Embassy and Elizabeth’s congressional representative, Ritchie Torres have been kept up to date regarding case developments, but further diplomatic efforts must be made on an urgent basis in order to secure her freedom. It is completely unnecessary to send this poor girl to prison and we have seen how easily promises of release can be withdrawn. “American citizens need to be aware that Dubai is a dangerous place to visit. Any country where a mere unevidenced allegation can result in lengthy imprisonment is an unacceptable choice for tourists and Dubai needs to work hard to stop this kind of legal abuse.” Detained in Dubai has made urgent representations on behalf of Elizabeth and is advocating for her immediate release and that safeguards are put in place to prevent the lengthy and unfair detention of visitors to the country. The US State Department should also revise their travel warnings to include the risk of false allegations and extortion scams. New York Student Detained in Dubai for Months After 10-Hour Layover Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos, 21, has been detained in Dubai since July pending a criminal case after she touched an airport security guard. Read More Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195 WhatsApp: Click here

UAE Travel Warning: New York student sentenced to 1 year in prison after transiting through Dubai

Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos was sentenced to ONE YEAR in prison after being falsely accused of “assaulting and insulting” Dubai...

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21 year old New York student faces Dubai jail after humiliating airport treatment. Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos faces hefty fines and prison time after being accused of “assaulting and insulting” Dubai airport staff. Elizabeth faced degrading, painful and humiliating searches when she transited through the international hub from Istanbul to New York. Elizabeth is a hardworking New Yorker studying business arts student at Lehman College while working as operations manager in retail. After losing her 44 year old father and undergoing a surgery, she needed some time off and decided to accompany her friend to Istanbul for a few days. Unfortunately, the duo chose Dubai instead of Paris to stopover on the way home where she had only intended to spend ten hours. “We thought it would be a more modern and futuristic city but we were completely wrong”. Elizabeth is mandated by surgeons to wear a medical waist trainer suit (compressor) that goes around her waist, stomach and upper chest. When she arrived in Dubai on the 14th of July, a security officer told her they needed to remove her waist trainer. She was ushered into a booth with some plain clothed women in local dress. After a long day of travel, Elizabeth struggled to understand why they would need her to do this, considering the modern x-ray machines in place these days. It’s impossible for Elizabeth to take off her compressor and put it back on herself. She dreaded the process. “I was feeling uncomfortable and afraid. I felt really violated”. Elizabeth’s mother explained that the women were speaking Arabic and laughing at her. They were rough, hurting her swollen wounds as they removed the compressor. Elizabeth begged for help to put her compressor back on but they wouldn’t. They continued to laugh at her. Elizabeth tried to do it herself but there are “many many pins and you need to stretch the edges and clip small skinny pins together close to the body”. Elizabeth felt “really embarrassed and taken advantage of” . The women kept giving her “nasty stares” and refusing to help. Elizabeth asked them to get another woman to help her, repeating her plea over and over again but they would just laugh and stare until she was forced to call out louder for help but still, her pleas fell on deaf ears. She tried to reach out to the curtain to call her friend to help but one of the women was standing in the way of her view. “I gently touched her arm to guide her out of the way then desperately started crying to my friend for help”, explained Elizabeth. She was half naked, humiliated and in a state of “panic and misery” . The male officer responded, allowing her friend to go behind the curtain to help her dress. The search, of course, was clear but her nightmare was not over. Officers said Elizabeth was being detained for “touching the female customs officer” . She was kept in the room for several more hours while the women filed a complaint against her. Elizabeth broke down and cried, apologising for (lightly) “touching” the woman. She hadn’t hurt anyone, endanger anyone and she had already been put through a most humiliating and unnecessary process. Elizabeth was forced to sign paperwork in Arabic before they allowed her to leave the airport. After a few hours, she returned to the airport to resume her flight to the US when she was told she had a travel ban against her. Like many others, Elizabeth now faced months in Dubai awaiting a gruelling legal process that leaves most visitors broke, traumatised or worse. Elizabeth was supposed to resume work on the 17th of July and is currently undergoing physical therapy and treatments in the US where she attends the doctor’s office every other day. With her university having resumed in her absence and apartment lease expiring in September, the young woman feels like her world is closing in. This has put an incredible weight on the family. Her mother is in “shock and suffering. She is really worried and keeps crying”. Elizabeth reached out to Detained in Dubai after learning of Tierra Allen's ( Sassy Trucker ) recent release. Both Tierra and her mother Tina, have offered their support to Elizabeth. Elizabeth moved from hotel to hotel for over two months. On the 24th of August, judges ordered she pay a AED 10,000 fine. She could have paid that fine and been on her way but customs officials appealed the sentence. “They either want her in jail or they want to pressure her into making a compensatory payment to them”, explained Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International . “Tourists have long been exploited by locals who seek to punish and extort them as a secondary form of income. Compensating complainants only exacerbates the situation. The government of Dubai should stop this type of corruption by banning government employees from being able to accept out of court settlements for criminal complaints. It is too much of an incentive to people in positions of power, resulting in incidents like this which damage the reputation of the UAE as a safe transport and tourism hub”. Dubai courts automatically allow appeals whether or not there is merit. They have scheduled the next hearing for the 23rd of October, but Elizabeth has been advised that regardless of the outcome, the prosecution can appeal again and force her to remain in Dubai throughout. “Even if Elizabeth wins her case, 6 months or more of being forced to stay in the country at her own cost while under the very real threat of imprisonment, is an unacceptable consequence of transiting through Dubai”, added Stirling. “She is under the most incredible stress which is impacting her physical and mental health, disrupting her entire life and scarring her long term. This is simply no way to treat visitors. It’s outrageous”. Detained in Dubai confirmed they are supporting Miss Polanco de los Santos, “We are reaching out to Elizabeth’s representatives, Congressman Ritchie Torres and Senators Charles Schumar and Kirsten Gillibrand for assistance. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Senator Ted Cruz recently became very proactive in their support for Tierra Allen when she was held in Dubai. Elizabeth hopes her members will show the same support.” Stirling recalls “ Jamie Harron was also charged with assault after gently placing his hand on another male patron as he walked by in a busy Dubai bar. The ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum intervened and quashed the ridiculous case, but it seems not much has changed and anyone is at risk of a frivolous criminal prosecution if a complaint is made against them.” Briton jailed for three months in Dubai for touching man's hip | Dubai | The Guardian Jamie Harron, from Stirling, claimed he was simply trying to avoid spilling his drink in a bar when he touched the man Elizabeth’s mother has written a heartfelt letter to customs and immigration officials begging them to let her return home so she can resume her necessary medical care. Without diplomatic intervention, Elizabeth faces months awaiting a final outcome of her trial, hefty fines and years imprisonment. Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International +44 7 309 114 195 Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195 WhatsApp: Click here

21 year old NY student faces Dubai jail after appalling treatment at airport

21 year old New York student faces Dubai jail after humiliating airport treatment. Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos faces hefty fines and...

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Irish citizens face wrong arrests and extradition to a country notorious for human rights abuses if extradition treaty is agreed. The possibility of Ireland entering into an extradition treaty with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has raised concerns from leading expert Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai and Due Process International , and among human rights advocates and legal analysts. The treaty could lead to Irish citizens being extradited to the UAE, a country that has the death penalty, documented human rights abuses, extremely substandard legal due process, and a history of seeking extradition over civil matters and financial disputes, as well as over political vendettas. “ Any extradition treaty with the UAE by Ireland must include clauses and protections against wrongful deportations and abuse of extradition mechanisms to protect Irish citizens from being unfairly subjected to UAE jurisdiction, particularly for alleged crimes that are not criminal under Irish law ,” warned Stirling. The issue of extradition has come to the fore in recent years, with the case of Daniel Kinahan, a Dublin-based alleged gangster who has been linked to a number of high-profile crimes. The UAE has been a safe haven for Kinahan, who has been living in the Gulf State for several years. However, the UAE's recent decision to take action against the Kinahan cartel raises the prospect of its leaders being extradited to Ireland or another EU country. Garda sources believe that their extradition to Ireland or another European country was "not impossible," even though no extradition treaty exists between the UAE and the Republic. While the prospect of Kinahan's extradition may be welcomed by some, it raises concerns about the potential impact of an extradition treaty with the UAE on Irish citizens. Stirling explained, “ The UAE has a poor human rights record, and there have been numerous reports of torture, arbitrary detention, and unfair trials. The country's legal system is opaque, and there are serious concerns about the lack of due process and the use of confessions obtained through torture. There have also been reports of political vendettas and the use of extradition as a tool to silence critics. “Even without extradition agreements, the UAE is a habitual abuser of the Interpol Red Notice system; frequently pursuing foreign nationals abroad over private business disputes, essentially to bully them and extort money by subjecting them to the threat of arrest under international warrants. They have pursued journalists, dissidents, and individuals accused of posting negative opinions of the UAE online. An extradition treaty, if it is not carefully crafted, would potentially expedite wrongful deportations over entirely illegitimate charges against Irish citizens, or others living under Irish jurisdiction.” Ireland has a long history of promoting human rights and has been a vocal critic of countries that violate these rights. An extradition treaty with the UAE could undermine Ireland's reputation and send the wrong message to other countries that are considering similar treaties, Stirling cautioned. “ Ireland must consider the potential impact of an extradition treaty with the UAE as a country that upholds human rights and the rule of law ,” She said, “It is worth noting that the UK rejects extradition to the UAE because of serious human rights violations in that country. While the Republic of Ireland considers an extradition agreement as a tool for pursuing criminals in the UAE, officials must be cognizant of the fact that any such treaty carries the implication of validating the UAE’s criminal justice system; as the expectation will be that the treaty would necessarily be reciprocal. This is inherently problematic, since the UAE classifies matters as criminal which neither Ireland,nor the EU, nor any advanced legal jurisdiction regard as such. Furthermore, Ireland would be potentially agreeing to extradite suspects sought by the Emirates who have been charged by means of a dramatically flawed investigative process, with evidentiary standards far below international norms. “Any extradition treaty with the UAE by Ireland must contain provisions that protect against this sort of abuse. This should include safeguards against the death penalty, guarantees of fair trials, and the right to legal representation, no extraditions based on absentia convictions, and so on. The treaty should also ensure that Irish citizens are not extradited to the UAE for alleged crimes that are not criminal under Irish law. “In their pursuit of justice against organised crime suspects in the UAE, I would strongly urge the government of Ireland to proceed very carefully in drafting an extradition agreement. A treaty must not become a vehicle for delivering innocent people into UAE custody in exchange for delivering the guilty into Irish custody.” ‘Denmark Faces Human Rights Issues over UAE Extradition Treaty’ says Expert Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Radha Stirling has successfully lobbied Australian Parliament to include human rights provisions in their extradition treaty with the UAE, appeared for the defence as an expert witness in several high profile extradition cases and has worked tirelessly to remove wrongfully listed clients from Interpol’s database. She has led the call for greater Interpol transparency and reforms to end abuse by an emerging “authoritarian nexus” which misuses the Interpol Red Notice system to circumvent due process. Home | IPEX Reform Interpol & Extradition Reform, Expert Witness, Interpol Removal, Crisis Management, Legislative & Government Advisory Read More Home | Interpol Red Notice Interpol Red Notice by veteran expert Radha Stirling Read More Radha Stirling CEO at Due Process International (+44 7 309 114 195) Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195 WhatsApp: Click here

Ireland's Potential Extradition Treaty with the UAE A Cause for Concern

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An Australian man celebrated his freedom last week when Radha Stirling, an Interpol and Extradition expert who founded the organisations Due Process International and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform, broke the good news that his Red Notice had been deleted. Radha Stirling, CEO at IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform IPEX seeks to advise, lobby, and achieve urgently needed reforms to Interpol The Australian man had been charged in Qatar over a bounced cheque that was forged without his knowledge, approximately a year after he left the country. He neither issued the cheque to anyone prior to his departure, nor was he aware of its source. However, bouncing a cheque in Qatar is illegal and warrants a prison sentence. He learned of the Red Notice when was first arrested in Prague. He was jailed for five weeks and subjected to lengthy extradition proceedings which he ultimately won. SPOTIFY: Qatar Interpol Red Notice for Bounced Cheque - REMOVED Stirling made submissions to Interpol on his behalf, explaining “My client was arrested in May 2022 in Prague on the basis of the Red Notice, and only then learned of the existence of a forged cheque in the amount of $37,000, apparently involving the Qatar National Bank (QNB). During his detention and extradition proceedings, neither he nor his lawyer were ever provided evidence of the cheque, nor any details regarding to whom it was supposedly written”. The victim and his family were deeply traumatised by this ordeal, and have suffered considerable financial detriment. They have even considered legal action against authorities in Prague for his unjust and inhumane detention. “This is not the first time Czech authorities have been exposed to abusive extradition requests from banks in Qatar”, asserts Stirling. “The extradition process itself has been used by Qatar even when they are fully aware that the request is abusive. They have used it as a means to pressure victims into paying money to banks that are not even owed”. No evidence or investigation into the forged cheque was ever made and the circumstances surrounding the Interpol Red Notice remain suspicious. When pushed, Qatar declined to provide evidence to Interpol but the damage has already been done. “My client was unfairly detained, subjected to extradition proceedings and rendered unable to continue in his work or see his children but Interpol accepted the Red Notice without question. They then deleted the Notice, but only after the damage was done. “Qatar has suffered no penalty and Interpol has not compensated my client for his suffering and losses. This abuse of power and proxy expansion of Qatar’s jurisdiction into Western nations cannot continue”. Stirling has long suggested that compensation should be provided to victims of Interpol abuse. “Financial repercussions is the only way to limit abuse.” If you suspect you may be at risk of an Interpol Red Notice, please contact us for confidential, expert advice. Further Information and Resources: New Interpol Prevention Service to combat Red Notice Abuse Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Interpol Director referred to International Criminal Court A criminal referral has been made to the ICC by human rights group, Due Process International. Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre 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 stands as a trusted guardian committed to combating Interpol abuse and advocating for institutional reform. Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre INTERPOL PREVENTION Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / Phone: +447309114195 WhatsApp: Click here

Qatar Interpol Red Notice for Bounced Cheque - REMOVED

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A British woman was overcome with tears in a phone call to Radha Stirling , an Interpol and Extradition expert who founded the organisations, Due Process International and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform . Stirling broke the good news she had been waiting for last week in an emotional call. The woman had been charged in Qatar for non-payment of a debt which had already been arranged and agreed upon through Qatar National Bank (QNB) and her former employer. She only came to learn of the Interpol Red Notice when she was arrested in Pisa, Italy. Italian authorities informed her that the case stemmed from the financial dispute in Qatar, and that they were accustomed to Qatar misusing Interpol as an instrument for debt collection. Authorities deemed the Red Notice abusive and released her, but that action does not result in the removal of the warrant so she called on Stirling, who has been helping delete wrongful Interpol Red Notices since 2008. (Click the image above to be redirected to an online version of " Radha Stirling's Interpol Press Pack FAQ " at Detained in Dubai 's main website, or click the link to download a free .pdf copy) In her submissions, Stirling told Interpol, “My client has already suffered detention and legal proceedings in Italy due to her Interpol listing. She has suffered significant emotional hardship, both on the job in Qatar due to bullying and harassment; as well as from her abrupt dismissal in breach of her employment contract. She has made every attempt to resolve her outstanding debt, for which her former employer is legally responsible, and had been informed by QNB representatives that it would be resolved without anything further required from her. Interpol is increasingly being abused by Gulf States such as Qatar and the UAE, even where they know the Notices will not ultimately stand; which is precisely what occurred in this case. Qatar applies minimal checks and balances when listing a party, which has left Interpol’s databases open to abuse by individuals and institutions”. Commenting on the case, Stirling divulged “My client was extremely distressed after being arrested in Italy. Her life has been on hold and it has drastically affected her mental health, as well as her financial and employment situation. She had been desperate to travel for work and had no idea whether she would be arrested again or potentially even extradited. “Banks in the Middle East have been using Interpol as a mechanism for debt collection for years, but the risk is especially heightened since Qatar’s large donations in 2018. “Expats and tourists who have worked in or visited Qatar, must remain vigilant. Qatar’s abuse of Interpol has led to unprecedented arrests of innocent victims during their travels in Europe and further afield. Many of these victims have spent months in prisons while fighting extradition”. If you suspect you may be at risk of an Interpol Red Notice, please contact us for confidential, expert advice. Further resources and related articles: Scottish engineer held in Iraqi prison facing extradition to Qatar released | UK news | The Guardian Brian Glendinning, 43, was contracted to work for BP in Iraq when arrested over an alleged debt owed to the Qatari National Bank Read More Interpol Red Notice Abuse - Expert Radha Stirling deletes another two. Stirling removes another two Interpol Red Notices in January Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre New Interpol Prevention Service to combat Red Notice Abuse Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Radha Stirling, CEO at IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform Stevenson detention ‘an abuse of his rights’ - The Royal Gazette | Bermuda News, Business, Sports, Events, & Community | American woman traumatised after Qatar Interpol warrant Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Another wrongful Qatari Red Notice deleted Detained in Dubai has secured the removal of another client’s name from the Interpol database Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

Qatar Interpol Red Notice over debt REMOVED

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Radha Stirling , CEO of organisation Detained in Dubai , praised the dedication of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Tierra Allen case The recently resolved case of American social media influencer Tierra Allen highlights the importance of combined and coordinated support whenever a foreign national is unjustly accused overseas, particularly in the UAE. Allen, known online as “the Sassy Trucker” was charged in Dubai for allegedly “shouting” at and “defaming” a rental car agent after he refused to return her personal belongings from the vehicle she rented following a minor accident. Allen was struck with a travel ban while awaiting trial, and was further subjected to a civil case. Had the criminal case proceeded, she could have faced considerable jail time. The entire ordeal was extremely traumatic, and Allen suffered for months in the UAE without income, secure residence, or proper legal assistance; until she contacted Detained in Dubai . “ These types of cases can very easily pass under the radar ,” said Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai, “ And in a country like the UAE, without media attention and political intervention, foreign nationals stand little chance of finding justice. It is essential to bring attention to these cases, both through the media and through official channels, to let Emirates authorities know they are under international scrutiny; and this requires coordinated effort and dedication by all concerned parties. “We were incredibly fortunate to have had the support of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee during our campaign for Tierra. She embodied everything that an elected representative should be for their constituents and epitomized precisely the kind of commitment needed to resolve cases like this .” Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's proactive involvement in the case of Tierra Allen highlights the importance of government officials taking a proactive role in advocating for their citizens who are detained overseas, Stirling explained. In interviews and statements, Jackson Lee has emphasized the importance of ensuring that US tourists like Allen are treated fairly and justly in the UAE. Stirling said Jackson Lee was immediately concerned about the case when first contacted, “ I have seldom seen a more active response by a politician in any of the cases we have dealt with. There is no doubt that Rep. Jackson Lee’s intervention was key to getting Tierra home. ” Jackson Lee contacted the State Department to advocate for Tierra's release and to ensure that she was receiving proper medical care while detained. She worked with Stirling to raise public awareness about Tierra's case and to put pressure on the authorities to act. “ She was in regular communication ,” Stirling explained, “ It was exactly the sort of coordination we hope for any time we reach out to an elected official on behalf of a foreign citizen wrongfully accused abroad. The Congresswoman was available day or night, and stayed actively involved throughout the campaign. ” The plight of American citizens overseas has long been important to Jackson Lee, who has advocated for policy changes that address the root causes of unfair detention. She even introduced legislation to protect American citizens who are detained overseas and to ensure that they are treated fairly and justly. “ She is someone highly attuned to the risks American citizens face in foreign jurisdictions like Dubai ,” Stirling explained, “ That level of awareness and understanding made her quick to appreciate the danger Tierra was in, and the urgency of intense intervention . “I hope that government officials throughout the United States, the UK, and elsewhere will see the example of Rep. Jackson Lee and adopt that same level of involvement and energy whenever one of their citizens faces similar circumstances in the UAE or any foreign country. Too often, without pressure, consular officials fear ruffling feathers in their host country, and politicians fail to do their utmost, leaving citizens to fend for themselves. When we get the proactive support of government authorities it increases the effectiveness of our efforts exponentially, and cases can be resolved much more quickly. Jackson Lee, along with Senator Ted Cruz, demonstrated just how important that kind of support is, and how much influence political leaders can have in securing the freedom of their citizens who have been wrongfully detained. People have a right to expect this from their elected officials, and in this case, Tierra’s representatives truly delivered.” Houston woman detained in Dubai returns home, she's known as the ‘Sassy Trucker’ Tierra Allen's ordeal began in April when she was detained after a heated exchange with a rental car agent. However, the criminal charges against her were dropped, and the travel ban was lifted, allowing her to return to the United States. Read More Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

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...

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Senator Baldwin calls on US State Department to help Veteran detained in Dubai 14 August 2023, Dubai: Senator Baldwin has reached out to the US State Department to assist a US military veteran who is becoming more desperate by the day. The PTSD sufferer has been separated from his family for five years, over a fabricated claim that he owed his former employer money where, in fact, he was owed end of service benefits. Speaking to Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai who is helping the family, Robert said “I've been stuck in this open air prison for 5 years, 3 1/2 years away from my family. Let alone coupled in the fact that I am a veteran with PTSD as well. I'm at the end of my life basically.” Robert and his family have been desperately campaigning to have him freed from the UAE so he can join his family back in Oregon. Stirling disclosed, “We have helped a lot of veterans and PTSD sufferers who have sadly been victims of injustice in the Middle East. Several of them have escaped the borders and made it to safety. Another veteran, Robyn Berlin , died last year trying to escape the desert country on foot because he had lost faith that he would ever be free. US veteran JAILED in Dubai 'hell hole' over bank debts will never be allowed to leave Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre “Senator Baldwin has confirmed he will make enquiries with the US State Department and with his support, we hope Robert will be reunited with his family. If diplomatic efforts are not made, the veteran will likely die in Dubai. This is an unacceptable situation for one of our strongest allies to put our citizens in. “Robert has no legal avenue to appeal or to show evidence to the court that he does not owe the money. He was not even told there was a court date and was unable to defend himself. US diplomats must work with UAE authorities to resolve this miscarriage of justice. 3 August 2023: Milwaukie native Robert Dobbs served in the US military as an airborne sergeant before leaving to pursue a career as a teacher. 55 year old Robert thought he had hit the jackpot when he landed what seemed to be a lucrative job in the UAE at the Providence English Private School in Sharjah, teaching English language and literature. Robert rose to head the department before circumstances meant he had to leave and begin new work teaching at a business school. Robert, who is father to 5 children, found himself a victim of the Dubai legal system. The head of the school told Robert she was not going to pay him his End of Service Benefit. “It was out of spite,” says Robert. “She wanted me to keep running the department. She told me that unless I stopped asking for my EOSB, she would not cancel my visa” In Dubai a visa is something that can be held over employees. Robert could not legally work in his new job without the visa. He had to take a labour case against the school, which he won. She still did not pay him. Instead she took out a civil case against Robert, accusing him of not paying tuition for his kids who went to the school. She was claiming a sum of AED 360,000 ($97,000). “She told me to my face that she took the case for revenge because I took the labour case to get my EOSB,” says Robert. “The system here can be manipulated very easily by people”. Robert lost the civil case because it took place during COVID and nobody told him about the hearing times and dates, meaning that he missed them and wasn’t able to defend himself. Constant arrests Robert has been detained 28 times in Dubai police stations, and beaten severely by CID officers. Robert has been stuck in Dubai since 2018. Unable to legally work, he’s been forced to live on his mother’s charity. “It’s like Groundhog Day. Every day I am worried it will be the day I am taken to jail while the false debt is unpaid. It can never be paid because I don’t have the money. I am also legally forbidden to get a work visa while the case is open. “It is no exaggeration to say I will probably die here because of this. My friend Robin Berlyn died trying to escape from exactly the same circumstances 18 months ago”. Radha Stirling comments: “Cases like Robert’s are all too common unfortunately. The UAE legal system is wide open to abuse. This debt is a manufactured one, but the results are very real. We have seen people die in Dubai because they were not allowed to leave, nor were they allowed to work to support themselves because the open police/civil case prevents them from getting a work visa. “These people are left relying on charity, often succumbing to malnutrition or as they get older, lack of medical treatment. “The Dubai legal system, particularly respecting debts, needs urgent reform for the safety of visitors. If Dubai hopes to achieve its goal of being a major tourist and business hub for Westerners, it needs to stop issuing criminal punishments to civil disputes.” Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

American detained in Dubai calls for Senator help

Senator Baldwin calls on US State Department to help Veteran detained in Dubai 14 August 2023, Dubai: Senator Baldwin has reached out to...

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The woman police officer who tortured Latifa calls herself a “lucky and morally motivated girl”. A Dubai palace whistleblower has provided a sworn witness statement to the International Criminal Court, naming a female police officer as one of Princess Latifa’s main torturers. Radha Stirling , CEO of Due Process International and Detained in Dubai brought Princess Latifa’s testimony video to the press in 2018. Latifa testified that she had been forcibly drugged, locked up in a cell for years, beaten and tortured at the order of her father, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai. Princess Latifa confided in Captain Hervé Jaubert for seven years prior to her daring escape from Dubai. In his book, “ A Private Family Matter ”, Jaubert describes the harrowing exchange between Princess Latifa and her torturer, Warda. Latifa had previously tried to escape over the border to Oman but was captured, resulting in her lengthy detention and further abuse. In his book, Jaubert describes Warda yelling at Latifa to undress, threatening her, interrogating her: “Your father told us to beat you until we kill you; that’s my orders, that’s what he said!” In her own testimony, Latifa recalls how she was beaten for hours, held down while her torturers beat her in and out of consciousness. She lay in excruciating pain. Jaubert further relays Warda’s comments to Latifa, “You know we are going to break you, we have all the time in the world.” Latifa begged her to stop but Warda continued the interrogation, tasked to expose any accomplices in the escape attempt. She approached Latifa and pinched her skin, hoping to gather intelligence, but Latifa reacted and lunged at Warda, going straight for her eyes, grabbing her neck in an arm lock. Two male guards intervened and after a struggle, eventually restrained Latifa. She was left in restraints for three days with no food. The palace insider, who spent decades with Dubai royals and the princesses, divulged that Warda is answerable to Sheikh Mohammed’s first wife, Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, and that Sheikha Hind has been responsible for deliberately ordering the mistreatment and abuse of rival children of Sheikh Mohammed’s. “She [Warda] is the woman who tortured all the daughters. She tortured Shamsa, Latifa, and Mariam. She is responsible for any torture ordered to take place at the (notorious) tent”, he said. He described Sheikha Hind’s jealousy and competitiveness as the main motivation behind her hateful orders. Who is Warda Jabert Al-Ketbi? Warda Jabert Al-Ketbi is now a named defendant in an International Criminal Court submission for crimes against humanity, but that’s not how the young officer sees herself. An Emirati news outlet proudly reported that she “considers herself a lucky girl to encourage and support her family and husband, and with this moral motivation she persistently proves the capabilities of Emirati women in self-affirmation, commitment and confidence”. Women in the UAE Radha Stirling has been advocating for women’s rights in the UAE for 15 years. She’s seen rape victims jailed for sex outside marriage, victims of male guardianship and domestic abuse and the general prejudice against women facing the justice system in Dubai. “I was not shocked that one of the main torturers of Princess Latifa was a woman, but I was disgusted. What’s more reprehensible is Al-Kepti promoting herself in local media outlets as morally motivated, almost as an icon for women in the Emirates. Could she perhaps be the least inspirational woman in the United Arab Emirates along with her female co-conspirators?” The government of the United Arab Emirates has touted itself as a supporter of women’s rights, claiming “gender equality is of paramount importance in the UAE”. Dubai hosted the Global Summit of Women in May 2023 which Stirling described as a gross misrepresentation of the real situation for many women. When women are repeatedly abused and when it’s coming from the leadership, it’s irresponsible for foreigners to participate in summits that are designed to gloss over the truth. The ICC claim, filed by Dr Jonathan Levy on behalf of the witnesses and Due Process International, describes the princesses being forcibly drugged and subjected to wrongful imprisonment, physical abuse and torture. Princess Latifa was unlawfully abducted from a US flagged yacht in international waters, along with Captain Jaubert and the crew. She was then wrongfully imprisoned and subjected to the same human rights violations that caused her to flee in the first place. The English High Court and the United Nations found crimes committed against her and Sheikh Mohammed’s second wife, Princess Haya, also exposed crimes against Latifa after fleeing with her children, fearing for her life. “Emirati women are less likely to succeed in child custody claims, less likely to have a fair trial and less likely to obtain police assistance when a victim of abuse. Women have been forced to flee the country because they can’t get help and many have been forced to give up employment because their husband has refused to give them permission to work. “While such abuse continues and when we have a current ruler accused of such nefarious crimes against his own daughters, Western citizens should not participate in the reputation management of the Emirates”. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

Princess Latifa tortured by WOMAN

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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 killed in a road accident back in 2013. Detained in Dubai has called upon Hutchinson's MP to raise his plight to UAE Ambassador and the Foreign Office. 14th August 2023: Radha Stirling , CEO of human rights organisation Detained in Dubai , has been in touch with James and his family. James was apprehended at the Mall of the Emirates by CID officers. Richard Drax, MP confirmed in March that he would forward correspondence to to diplomatic officials within the FCDO after Hutchinson complained about the British Embassy's lack of support. Stirling, has long been a critic of the FCDO's role in their "comparably disappointing assistance for Brits facing injustice abroad" . In contrast, Stirling thanked the US State Department, Senator Cruz and Congresswoman Jackson-Lee for their assistance in resolving Sassy Trucker's case last week. Stirling said " The FCDO has been painstakingly weak when assisting Brits facing heinous abuses abroad , even failing to intervene in the case of a grandfather who was beaten by guards and subjected to grave human rights violations. In stark contrast, Canada, the US and even Malaysia have been very helpful in defending their citizens. It is impossible to say that Canada and Malaysia have more diplomatic influence in the UAE than Great Britain, so our government's inactivity appears to be a deliberate decision coming from the highest levels of the British government, and that decision is to prioritise trade deals at the expense of individuals." This fact was highlighted when former FCDO head Liz Truss was interviewed about Brits detained abroad. She stumbled and couldn't even remember the names of torture victims she was supposed to be assisting. She was proud to have returned from the UAE with a trade deal though. Liz Truss unable to name any occasion she has challenged a Gulf state on human rights | The Independent Stirling believes the issue of the prioritisation of trade deals over citizens is something that needs to be brought to the floor of Parliament. Stirling disclosed, "to shed light on the issue, we have been gathering witness statements from dozens of British nationals who feel their country has failed them. This is of particular importance given the recent Inquest into the FCDO's negligence in relation to the death of Lee Bradley Brown , who was killed by police brutality". Author: Radha Stirling EXCLUSIVE: Brit held in jail known as Dante's Inferno won't be freed until he pays 'blood money' - By Patrick Hill for the Mirror - 12 August 2023 James Hutchinson was arrested in the United Arab Emirates in July and has been detained at Al Wathba jail – known as Dante’s Inferno. The Brit, 52, has been told he will not be released unless he pays £170,000 in “blood money” compensation to the family of a cyclist he killed in a road accident in 2013. Insurers had already paid around £15,000 in compensation to the family of the Sudanese man in 2014 after a judge ruled James was partly responsible for the crash. James’ dad Malcolm, 74, an RAF veteran, said: “I’m begging the British Government to sort this out. worried “The embassy over there doesn’t seem to be interested in his plight.” Malcolm, of Rotherham, South Yorks, who flew to the UAE last week, said: “James looked dishevelled and was in low spirits when I saw him in jail. I’m very worried.” Ex-inmates have talked of sharing cells with up to 40 others, and said “hellhole” conditions include 50C heat and “rotten garbage” food. The accident was on an unlit road in the UAE city of Ras Al Khaimah. James thought the matter was closed after his insurer paid compensation. It is understood he only discovered the family had made a further civil claim against him for the new amount in 2021. He claims a court case, in which a judge ordered him to pay it, went ahead without his knowledge. His bank account was later emptied of another £15,000 and a warrant was issued for his arrest. No criminal charges were filed in relation to the crash. James, who was a sergeant in the Army Air Corps and has a wife and seven-year-old girl who are living in Russia, was diagnosed with cancer in 2015. He was most recently a racing driving instructor in the UAE. His mum Heather, of Portland, Dorset, has launched a GoFundMe appeal to raise the sum needed to free him. It has so far reached £2,640. Heather, 74, a retired nurse, said: “We’ve been in contact with military veteran associations and MPs in the UK as well as trying ways in the UAE system to get justice. We have yet to find anyone that will help him.” Radha Stirling, chief executive of Detained in Dubai, has vowed to help the family. She said: “Without urgent diplomatic intervention, James could spend years in prison. We’re reaching out to his MP and the Foreign Office. It’s disturbing the UK does not take care of its servicemen when they face wrong full detention in an allied nation.” “Paying ‘blood money’ is standard in the UAE and if one cannot afford the demands, they can be subject to indefinite detention and issued with a travel ban. “The justice system is clearly being manipulated against James." An FCDO spokesperson said: “We providing consular support to a man detained in UAE and his family, and are in contact with the Emirati authorities about his case.” Brit held in jail known as Dante's Inferno won't be freed until he pays 'blood money' - Mirror Online Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

MP called upon to help Brit held in Dubai jail over 'blood money'.

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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 5,000 AED fee to police to lift the travel ban so she could leave. Radha Stirling , CEO of Detained in Dubai, announced today that Tierra Allen's ( @SassyTrucker ) travel ban has been lifted and she has boarded a flight to the United States. Dubai police accepted a 5,000 AED deposit to lift Allen’s travel restrictions, Stirling reported, “ We are very happy to announce that Tierra has safely boarded a flight to the United States.” Yesterday, Allen attended the police station and the travel ban, which had kept the American social media influencer trapped in the UAE since May, was finally removed. " Tierra's release is a testament to the power of international advocacy and the importance of standing up for human rights ," said Radha Stirling. " We are grateful to US consular officials, Senator Cruz and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for their support for Tierra and their efforts to raise awareness about her case. Their help was instrumental in securing Tierra's release. This case highlights, once again, the crucial role played by the media, and by the public, in demanding accountability and justice in the UAE. Tierra was living a nightmare and facing fines and lengthy imprisonment, until her case was brought into the spotlight of international media scrutiny. Without that attention, all too often, Emirati authorities pay little heed to due process, fairness, and human rights." Tierra's case gained international attention after she was arrested and detained in Dubai for "screaming in public" following a car accident. She had been held in the UAE for several months, and her passport was confiscated. The case against Tierra showed the limits of speech in the United Arab Emirates, and it sparked outrage among human rights activists and the international community. " Tierra's case highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the UAE's legal system ," said Stirling. "We hope that the UAE authorities will take steps to ensure that foreign nationals are treated fairly and that their rights are protected." Detained in Dubai is the leading advocacy organization that provides assistance to individuals who have been detained or arrested in the UAE. The organization has been advocating for Tierra's release and has been working to raise awareness about her case. " Tierra's case is a reminder that foreign nationals in the UAE are still routinely targeted, and that the legal system is used against them maliciously by locals to extort and intimidate them precisely because they are vulnerable and enjoy no substantial legal protections ,” said Stirling. She also expressed her hope that UAE officials will take better care to not allow cases like this to escalate in the future, and will improve in their responsiveness to legitimate intervention on behalf of unjustly charged and detained foreign nationals. “ Tierra’s case has dealt a serious blow to Dubai’s image in the West, and particularly in the United States ,” Stirling explained, “ Every effort to resolve her ordeal had been met with either denial or escalation, but never resolution, until now. The police changed their story regarding the charges against her as soon as her case hit the headlines; falsely claiming that Tierra had been verbally abusive, when initially they only stated that she had raised her voice. Eventually a civil case was filed against her in what appeared to be a ‘doubling-down’ by police officials. But when all these attempts at intimidation failed, and public pressure mounted, authorities relented. This has become a pattern we are very familiar with after over 15 years of experience advocating for the wrongfully accused in the UAE. There is always initial pushback from the authorities, but eventual concession if attention and intervention are persistent. Ideally, the UAE would forego the resistance in these clearly illegitimate cases, and move directly to resolution; but every win gives us hope that progress is being made.” While it is unclear whether or not the criminal charges against Tierra Allen, and the civil suit against her, will be dismissed; for the time being, it is a significant victory that she will be going home after her long ordeal. She has been told by airport immigration officials that she is banned from returning to the UAE but the 29 year old influencer told Stirling “I was never thinking twice about coming back. I was so stressed every day”. Even at the airport, she was pulled aside by immigration. “I was so scared. I thought they were sending me to jail”. Stirling replied, “the real relief comes when the plane leaves the tarmac”. An hour before takeoff, Tierra received a voice message from Dubai Courts, advising her that a travel ban would be issued against her if she did not settle the rental car agency's civil claim by 10:00am tomorrow. Tierra's mother, Tina, told Stirling “the amount of stress, the suspense, down to the last minute seems unreal. I've been up all night. I won't be able to relax until the flight leaves”. Tierra's flight departed Dubai at 14:30 local time but for many people who experience such traumatic situations, recovery can take a long time. Detained in Dubai , and Stirling’s affiliated organisations, Due Process International and IPEX (Interpol & Extradition Reform) , have also led the effort combating abuse of the Interpol Red Notice system, successfully removing thousands of clients from the international policing database who have been wrongfully listed, and providing preventative services to protect individuals from being subjected to abusive Red Notices. “ We will continue to support Tierra ,” Stirling said, “ The UAE has a habit of convicting foreign nationals in absentia, and issuing civil judgments against them, followed by the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice. So, we will be vigilant in ensuring that she will not be subjected to further persecution by the UAE in the form of Interpol abuse. We are cognizant of the fact that her release could merely be a damage control tactic by the Emiratis to avoid continued media fallout from Tierra’s case, and that they may still pursue the charges in her absence; but we are well-equipped to respond if that is the case. ” Press : Tierra will take a few days to recover then will happily share her story. Contact Radha Stirling with media enquiries. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

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...

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Milwaukie native Robert Dobbs served in the US military as an airborne sergeant before leaving to pursue a career as a teacher. 55 year old Robert thought he had hit the jackpot when he landed what seemed to be a lucrative job in the UAE at the Providence English Private School in Sharjah, teaching English language and literature. Robert rose to head the department before circumstances meant he had to leave and begin new work teaching at a business school. Robert, who is father to 5 children, found himself a victim of the Dubai legal system. The head of the school told Robert she was not going to pay him his End of Service Benefit. “It was out of spite,” says Robert. “She wanted me to keep running the department. She told me that unless I stopped asking for my EOSB, she would not cancel my visa” In Dubai a visa is something that can be held over employees. Robert could not legally work in his new job without the visa. He had to take a labour case against the school, which he won. She still did not pay him. Instead she took out a civil case against Robert, accusing him of not paying tuition for his kids who went to the school. She was claiming a sum of AED 360,000 ($97,000). “She told me to my face that she took the case for revenge because I took the labour case to get my EOSB,” says Robert. “The system here can be manipulated very easily by people”. Robert lost the civil case because it took place during COVID and nobody told him about the hearing times and dates, meaning that he missed them and wasn’t able to defend himself. Constant arrests Robert has been detained 28 times in Dubai police stations, and beaten severely by CID officers. Robert has been stuck in Dubai since 2018. Unable to legally work, he’s been forced to live on his mother’s charity. “It’s like Groundhog Day. Every day I am worried it will be the day I am taken to jail while the false debt is unpaid. It can never be paid because I don’t have the money. I am also legally forbidden to get a work visa while the case is open. “It is no exaggeration to say I will probably die here because of this. My friend Robin Berlyn died trying to escape from exactly the same circumstances 18 months ago”. Ex Grenadier Guardsman trapped in Dubai over cheque fraud tries to flee by swimming two miles | Daily Mail Online American lecturer, David Oliver, faced a similar dilemma in Dubai. He was only released after US officials persuaded his bank to drop charges against him. American lecturer is being 'held hostage' in Dubai | Daily Mail Online Radha Stirling comments: “Cases like Robert’s are all too common unfortunately. The UAE legal system is wide open to abuse. This debt is a manufactured one, but the results are very real. We have seen people die in Dubai because they were not allowed to leave, nor were they allowed to work to support themselves because the open police/civil case prevents them from getting a work visa. “These people are left relying on charity, often succumbing to malnutrition or as they get older, lack of medical treatment. “The Dubai legal system, particularly respecting debts, needs urgent reform for the safety of visitors. If Dubai hopes to achieve its goal of being a major tourist and business hub for Westerners, it needs to stop issuing criminal punishments to civil disputes.” Detained in Dubai is reaching out to his Senator and Congressional representatives in Oregon to assist. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

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...

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A criminal referral has been made to the ICC by human rights group, Due Process International. The claim, prepared by Dr Jonathan Levy , accuses Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi , the current Director of Interpol, of carrying out the orders of Sheikh Mohammed to intercept US flagged yacht Nostromo , retrieve Princess Latifa , and neutralise the crew. The claim alleges that Al Raisi was responsible for acts of torture and includes witness testimony from a Dubai palace insider and whistleblower . Al-Raisi, in his role at the UAE’s Ministry of Interior, is also accused of filing a false report with Interpol to persecute one of his victims, Hervé Jaubert, captain of Nostromo who helped Princess Latifa escape Dubai. In January 2022, Al-Raisi became president of Interpol. In addition to Captain Jaubert there were other credible allegations made against Al-Raisi during his tenure with the UAE’s Ministry of Interior. A coalition of 19 human rights groups, including Human Rights Watch and the Gulf Center for Human Rights, wrote an open letter to Interpol advising against his appointment. Further, anti-terror prosecutors in France opened an inquiry into Al Raisi for acts of torture. Before his appointment as head of Interpol, British academic Matthew Hedges and Ali Issa Ahmad testified against Al-Raisi , alleging he was responsible for their own torture in detention. UAE bid for Interpol Presidency: Statement from Expert Radha Stirling on Al Raisi Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre In the latest complaint, Dr Levy outlined his concerns regarding the safety of the witnesses, seeking “ appropriate measures to protect the safety, physical and psychological well-being, dignity and privacy of victim witnesses, and their legal counsel.” One of the witnesses is a Dubai palace insider who was there before, during and after the attack on Nostromo. After the kidnapping of Sheikha Shamsa from British soil, of Princess Latifa from international waters and the execution of Khashoggi, there is serious concern for the witness’s safety. “He is exposing these crimes at great personal risk”, explains Dr Levy. “The case of Princess Latifa is just one of many incidences of the systematic abuse, torture, and confinement of women practiced in the UAE by the royal families. Of equal concern is the infiltration of INTERPOL and by association the International Criminal Court Office of the Prosecutor by accused human rights abusers.” Witness statements provided to the ICC accuse the high ranking officer of orchestrating and ordering the attack on Nostromo, encompassing multiple unlawful acts, including assault, conspiracy to murder, kidnapping, wrongful detention and torture. If the allegations are proven to be true and upheld by the ICC, it could have far-reaching ramifications on multiple fronts. Firstly, it could lead to international sanctions against the UAE and prompt other countries to reassess their relationships with the nation. Secondly, it might significantly impact the reputation and leadership of Interpol if its current Director is found to be involved in such serious offences. Additionally, the case should serve as a catalyst for broader conversations about human rights, the treatment of individuals seeking asylum, and the role of international organisations in upholding justice. It could also spark discussions about the efficacy of current systems in holding high-ranking officials accountable for their actions. Radha Stirling, CEO of Due Process International comments, “ Not only is this referral an attempt to seek justice for the victims of the Nostromo raid, and for the many other victims of torture, wrongful detention and abuse under the tenure of Major General Al-Raisi as Interior Minister of the UAE; it is also about preserving the integrity of international institutions of justice. The involvement of Al-Raisi in the Nostromo incident raises serious concerns about the neutrality and credibility of Interpol itself. Interpol plays a crucial role in promoting international cooperation in combating crime, but the grave crimes in which Interpol’s director is complicit, undermine public trust in its integrity . "In the pursuit of justice, we have embarked on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Nostromo incident. Our criminal referral to the ICC marks a pivotal moment in holding accountable those who abuse power and commit heinous acts. This case is not just about the allegations against Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, but about the broader implications for human rights and international cooperation. The courageous witnesses who have come forward to testify exemplify the strength it takes to confront darkness and pave the way for transparency and accountability. As we seek justice for Princess Latifa and the crew of the Nostromo, we are reminded that every voice matters and that no one is above the law." Home | IPEX Reform Interpol & Extradition Reform Established by Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Detained in Dubai , and a leading voice against Interpol abuse. Interpol and Extradition Reform (IPEX) is a comprehensive initiative to address the widespread and multilayered problems with the current framework of the extradition process, including the many flaws in Interpol itself as an organisation. For more information on the further aspects of this and other initiatives spearheaded by Radha Stirling please follow any of the selection of links provided further down this page. (If you would like to become involved or require business or crisis related advice, are in need of our wide ranging professional expertise, or advice for more personal or financial affairs please do not hesitate to get in touch with us ) . Radha Stirling has successfully lobbied Australian Parliament to include human rights provisions in their extradition treaty with the UAE, appeared for the defence as an expert witness in several high profile extradition cases and has worked tirelessly to remove wrongfully listed clients from Interpol’s database. She has led the call for greater Interpol transparency and reforms to end abuse by an emerging “authoritarian nexus” which misuses the Interpol Red Notice system to circumvent due process. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195 Install the Detained in Dubai App Google Play Apple App Store / iTunes

Interpol Director referred to International Criminal Court

A criminal referral has been made to the ICC by human rights group, Due Process International. The claim, prepared by Dr Jonathan Levy,...

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Tierra Allen, a social media influencer known as "Sassy Trucker," was arrested in Dubai after an altercation with a car rental agency owner. Allen had been involved in a minor traffic accident while driving a rented vehicle, and the car was subsequently impounded. She was not allowed to retrieve her belongings from the rental vehicle, and when she attempted to retrieve her belongings from the rental agency the staff demanded money from her, an altercation ensued, leading to her arrest for "shouting," which is considered a crime in Dubai. It’s important to note that even if both parties shouted, the first to go to the police will be sided with. People in the know will anticipate being charged for their own behaviour and will rush to file before the other party does. Due Process Newsroom & Media Centre Allen is facing charges that could potentially result in up to two years in prison. Last week, Tierra was notified of a civil case registered against her, seeking at least $10,000 in damages including the accumulated impound fees. Detained in Dubai CEO, Radha Stirling , issued the following comments: “ Tierra was essentially charged for refusing to be extorted by the rental car company just to retrieve her personal items, and that extortion attempt has now escalated into a civil case against her. When the car agency could not coerce Tierra to acquiesce, they threatened her with the police, and followed through on that threat. It is common practice in the UAE for locals and permanent residents to register criminal cases against Westerners with the intention of dropping the case in exchange for money; because of course, no tourist wants to go to jail or be subjected to a travel ban that leaves them stranded in a foreign country indefinitely. Tierra, however, stood her ground, and has done so for 3 months, despite facing imprisonment, and despite being trapped in the UAE without an income, without support, and without recourse to justice. Having become apparent that she was not going to succumb, it appears that the new strategy to extract money from Tierra is to pursue her in a civil case. While the amount named in the suit is $10,000, obviously, this will increase over time, and if the case is decided against her, and she is unable to pay, she will again be facing imprisonment. Read more at RadhaStirling.Com “This case gets more outrageous by the day, and Dubai’s reputation sinks lower with every moment that passes without Tierra’s release. The criminal case is patently unjustified, and the civil case is a blatant money grab. UAE officials should understand that the way Tierra’s situation has developed, and the way the authorities have dealt with her, is giving the very strong impression of complicity by law enforcement with her accuser. This is also not unheard of in the UAE. We have encountered numerous cases in which the police work in conjunction with locals and residents to facilitate a variety of extortion scams, all of which involve the coercive threat of criminal proceedings against tourists. Typically, a case like Tierra’s would have been resolved months ago through mediation, but the fact that the case has not only not been resolved, but now has been compounded with a civil case; it suggests collusion between the police and the rental car company to extort money from someone they deem as a financially successful celebrity; an ideal target for such scams. “The American media is watching, the American government is watching, and Tierra’s ordeal has reached straight across the Internet. Dubai officials have to evaluate whether the reputations of potentially unethical members of law enforcement are important enough to damage the reputation of the emirate itself; because the damage is certainly being done, and the little money a few corrupt individuals are trying to gain by their abuse of the legal system, may end up costing Dubai exponentially more in terms of tourists who are going to choose safer destinations for their next holiday .” BBC South East discusses students detained in Dubai over rental car extortion with Radha Stirling More.... Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

New civil case compounds ordeal of detained social media influencer in Dubai

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Apprentice star and entrepreneur Selina is facing a hefty jail sentence if she doesn’t pay out £27,750 GBP in a bounced cheque case - though she never wrote any cheque. The South African man has been harassing and extorting Selina since 2019, prompting her to file a complaint with the Dubai Police. This man used legal loopholes in the UAE to set up the case against her while she was abroad on vacation, submitting false contact information for Selina so that the court never reached out to her. Consequently, she failed to make an appearance at the court hearing and was declared guilty without any further examination of his ‘evidence’. He was posing as a wealthy investor and reached out to Selina's growing restaurant business in 2018. He claimed to have an abundance of large corporations, and entertained meetings in fancy offices and what he said was his own huge gym. They signed an agreement under UK law, and he invested a little bit of capital as seed money with the understanding that the full investment of about £200,000 with the necessary legal documents in the UAE would be finished after a trial period. Apprentice's Selina Waterman-Smith flaunts her curves | Daily Mail Online Selina Waterman-Smith, 32, put on an eye-catching display on Friday, flaunting her curves in a plunging swimsuit as she relaxed by the pool in Dubai. Read More But they never made it that far. The conman started demanding a salary from the business, an allowance to rent office space, and regular dividends - despite the seed money not being forthcoming. “He stalled over the investment, with pocket change coming in dribs and drabs over six months, and before doing so he was heavily pressuring me to pay him a salary, and regular payouts. When I declined because these things were not in our agreement, he started to become very aggressive with me, making threats, shouting over the phone, and gaslighting me that this was “normal” in business for me to hand over access to my company funds. He also had months of free food daily from my restaurants and received company funds on my behalf without my knowledge,” Selina says of her ordeal. It was then revealed that he wasn't legally permitted to invest in the UAE, a violation of the nation's policies which could result in legal ramifications. He then asked Selina to add him as a director on her trading licence, so that he and his wife could get their residency visa. In addition, she discovered that the story about him owning the gym was fabricated, leaving her work life in turmoil. # After just three months of working together Selina had a medical nervous breakdown and received mental health support; she was also diagnosed with PCOS, anaemia, adrenal exhaustion, a kidney infection, and hair loss from acute stress, for which she blames the gaslighting, the lack of promised funds, and living in a constant state of fear and stress. Ultimately, she had to remove herself from any connection to him. By 2019 he refused further investment and to complete proper legal UAE paperwork, then demanded his smaller investment back - then confusingly changing his mind. Even after a year of costly litigation, he refused to dissolve the agreement or make further investment, leaving Selina struggling to balance the business and her declining health. So followed a campaign of threats, cyber-harassment and phone calls from people claiming to be connected to him, as well as worrying Instagram posts where he spoke about ‘getting revenge’. He also sent her a 3-page letter full of threats about having her jailed, arrested, and denied entry to the USA, prompting her to contact local authorities. Shortly after, he launched his own rival food company with an almost identical concept to Selina’s. Everything from the branding to the menus was a near-replica of her multi-brand kitchen concept, which was the only one of its kind in the UAE. She now knew why he’d refused to sign a severance agreement and leave her business, as this would have prevented him from using her intellectual property. “He continued to cyberstalk me daily, via threats and invasive action, and find ways to intimidate me wherever I was. The love-bombing in the beginning with grand claims about his potential contribution to my business, and then his switch into an aggressive monster leads me to believe that this is narcissistic abuse. While the UAE has so many initiatives to support women in business, they should also be aware that men like this are out there looking to prey on solo women entrepreneurs like me, and will use their privileged status as a man to frighten and bully a female counterpart in a way that wouldn’t be as effective on a fellow man.” She has also repeatedly spoken to police and lawyers about the ongoing abuse, which has now been going on for nearly five years. “Whenever I’ve spoken to authorities they’ve advised me that I had done nothing wrong legally and to “ignore him”, and that he would eventually get bored.” Sadly, this has not been the reality. A distraught Selina eventually closed her business, feeling completely disillusioned after her experience and hoping that this would end the stalking, costing her many years of work and losing her own 75,000 GBP investment. But this wasn’t enough for him. He was keeping tabs on her movements via her social media and when she left the UAE in 2021 for a much-needed vacation, he filed a civil case just a few days later - bizarrely filed as a bounce cheque case, which has draconian punishment in the UAE including seizure of assets, a travel ban, and jail time. No cheque was mentioned in his testimony, but instead a claim that Selina borrowed money from him and refused to return it - a claim she flatly denies. “I will probably always have PTSD after being kidnapped and assaulted in 2013, especially when it comes to trusting men, and what I find most upsetting here is that I think this is why he targeted me, assuming that because I’m vulnerable I would be easier to manipulate. When I refused a lot of his demands for money, he resorted to more immoral tactics.” Detained in Dubai has the full case file from the court and can confirm that there is no financial proof such as a cheque, bank statement, or receipt, that a loan or financial transaction ever took place, meaning that his testimony against Selina was accepted at face value, and she was denied a chance to defend herself or share evidence. ] In a shocking turn of events, Selina was also jailed by CID in 2022, though they released her after 48 hours. “The CID urged me to pay the money so they could release me. I refused on the grounds that I don’t owe any money and explained that I would rather stay in jail as a protest than pay further funds to this man. They released me shortly after.” After winning the case in absentia in 2021, and being awarded funds seized from her personal savings account, the swindling ‘businessman’ immediately sent Selina a new threat demanding a further £65,000, which she ignored on advice from her lawyer, and heard nothing further. She believes that these threats and blackmail-like demands will not stop until local authorities intervene. “He’s even claimed in his testimony my business ideas were his - despite us operating for two years before he approached me. Now he’s filed a bounced cheque case but the case mentions a personal loan without any bank statements or proof, so clearly even he is confused as to the reason he’s demanding money this time round.” Now Selina has been stuck in the UAE with a travel ban for two years, without a bank account or medical insurance, a blocked trade licence, and a soon-to-be-canceled residency visa, leaving her in dire straits. Despite there being scant evidence and no cheque, the court has refused to grant an appeal, claiming that his testimony is sufficient, and due to Sharia Law are unwilling to overturn the original decision of the judge. Her legal team has tried repeatedly to negotiate with the other party but he has declined, seemingly gloating over his actions. “There have been times in the last two years where I have suffered extreme depression, as I can’t see any other way of escaping his abuse. He seems to relish having power over me and destroying a strong woman. A man so brazen about threats, harassment, and committing fraud, is a real danger to me, and potentially other female victims.” Radha Stirling’s Detained in Dubai has said: “Convictions in Dubai and throughout the Emirates are usually foregone conclusion, with the courts reflexively adhering to the narratives suggested by the Public Prosecutor’s office. Defendants rarely have the opportunity to submit evidence or defend themselves against the charges, and sentences issued in absentia are commonplace. Securing a conviction against a rival in the UAE is often simply as easy as making an accusation, as we see in Selina’s case. No substantial evidence is required, no proof, and the accused is frequently never even made aware of the case until they discover they have been convicted. “Expats need to understand that the same impressions they have about Dubai as a great place to invest or start a business, also draws hordes of con men, fraudsters, and members of organised criminal enterprises to the UAE to prey upon legitimate business people; and these bad actors know very well how to exploit the gaping holes in the Dubai legal system. The UAE has successfully eased the rules on investment and company startup procedures, but has utterly failed to put protections in place to ensure the security and safety of investors and business owners. It is not for no reason that Dubai is called the Las Vegas of the Middle East; any investment in the UAE is essentially gambling, and the house rules are designed to drain the accounts of anyone who partakes. “It is disturbing that Selina decided to give the country a second chance after the nightmare of her violent assault 10 years prior, only to once again find herself victimised by both a ruthless predator and the legal system that unquestioningly took his side. It is a harrowing and cautionary tale – one of countless others – that Western tourists and business people should keep uppermost in their minds when considering visiting or moving to the UAE.” Apprentice star and assault survivor Selina Waterman-Smith supports arrested Brit Zara-Jayne Moisey after alleged Dubai rape | The Sun A BRIT arrested after alleging she was raped was yesterday locked in emotional talks with sex attack victim and Apprentice star Selina Waterman-Smith . Read More Apprentice's Selina Waterman-Smith reveals she was gang-raped in Dubai | Daily Mail Online Selina Waterman-Smith told how attackers tampered with her drink at the Rock Bottom Bar in Dubai before taking her to a bedsit and attacking her in a four-hour ordeal and filming the attack. Read More Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

Apprentice star Selina's Dubai hell

Apprentice star and entrepreneur Selina is facing a hefty jail sentence if she doesn’t pay out £27,750 GBP in a bounced cheque case -...

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In recent years, the American government has launched what observers describe as an unprecedented war on whistleblowers and critics. “This is a dangerous development that threatens the very foundations of democracy,” cautioned Radha Stirling , founder and CEO of Due Process International , who is organising a public forum to address the ongoing weaponization of governmental institutions against dissent. “ We have seen a number of high-profile cases of harassment, bullying, and persecution of journalists and critics ,” Stirling said, “ There have been vindictive prosecutions of whistleblowers under the Espionage Act, such as Daniel Hale, Reality Winner, Chelsea Manning, and obviously Julian Assange and Edward Snowden. The FBI raided the home of Project Veritas founder James O'Keefe, after his organisation released a number of undercover videos that allegedly exposed government corruption. Agencies under the Department of Homeland Security have been using sensitive government databases to investigate journalists, a practice which has been described as ‘routine.’ It is profoundly troubling, and even more so because it appears to have become absolutely common practice .” These troubling instances are just the tip of the iceberg, revealing the orchestrated effort to silence dissent and intimidate critics of the administration. Stirling noted that the government's reach extends beyond its own departments, with collaborations between the administration and tech giants aimed at censoring, canceling, and deplatforming critics on its behalf. To her dismay, mainstream media, once a champion of truth through whistleblowers and insider testimonies, has joined forces with law enforcement and intelligence agencies to identify and expose those who bravely uncover government misconduct. Stirling drew attention to Tara Reade , who faced enormous persecution and a coordinated smear campaign in the press after accusing President Biden of sexual assault, resulting in her seeking asylum abroad due to relentless investigations, intimidation, and bullying by the Department of Justice. “ There is a growing sense that there is tremendous overreach by the government ,” said Stirling, “ A diverse set of powerful actors are being mobilised to silence opposition, dissenting opinion, and independent investigative reporting. From the political weaponisation of government departments, to recruiting social media companies; the administration is establishing an iron grip on official truth and lowering an iron fist against any version of reality that does not conform to the White House narrative .” In February 2023, the Biden administration met with top executives from Meta, Twitter, and Google to discuss ways to "combat misinformation". This meeting came shortly after the Biden administration un-self-consciously announced that it would be creating a new "Disinformation Governance Board" to oversee the government's efforts to censor speech online. “ Whistleblowers play a vital role in holding the government accountable, and journalists and activists have a right to report on the government without fear of retaliation ,” Stirling said, “ Government-mandated narratives cannot be treated as sacrosanct, but rather, in a democracy, they should always be questioned. Testimony of victims of abuse should not be silenced just because their abuser was someone with power. Witnesses of crimes have an obligation to come forward, even if those crimes are being committed by elected officials or state institutions; in fact, especially in such cases .” The issue extends beyond government institutions, manifesting a dangerous war on transparency and accountability. Whistleblowers who bravely expose allegations of wrongdoing have faced harsh consequences, from job loss to blacklisting and legal action, creating what Stirling calls “a palpable chilling effect on free speech and the ability to unveil government misconduct.” Even the leak of classified information, if deemed to be in the public interest, has been met with threats of prosecution. The government's efforts to censor, cancel, deplatform, and rigidly control news and information are seen as a dangerous development that threatens healthy democracy and genuine freedom of speech. Amidst this growing climate of intimidation, Due Process International has taken the initiative to organize a critical forum. The forum will provide a platform for whistleblowers and critics who have faced targeting by the Biden administration to share their experiences and courageously speak out against the government's orchestrated harassment and persecution. Stirling emphasised the urgent need to amplify their voices, recognizing them as true champions of democracy and freedom, unjustly demonized as enemies of the state. The forum will serve as an opportunity for these brave individuals to shed light on governmental misconduct while also exposing the injustices they have endured for daring to speak their truth publicly. “ Their voices must be heard ,” Stirling said, “ These are people who are risking their own safety and security for the sake of democratic values in order to keep those in power accountable. It is crucial to provide them a platform to present their testimony, not only about what they have witnessed or experienced in terms of governmental wrongdoing, but also about what they have suffered as a result of coming forward.” Stirling and Due Process International are calling on all whistleblowers and critics who have been targeted by the Biden administration to come forward and share their stories. “Their testimonies,” Stirling said, “ Resonate as a potent reminder of the resilience of truth and the unyielding spirit of those who dare to challenge authority in the pursuit of justice and democracy .” Contact Due Process International for queries, to share stories or participate. Detained in Dubai: http://www.detainedindubai.org Detained in Doha: https://www.detainedindoha.org Radha Stirling: http://www.radhastirling.com CLAN - Crypto Legal Advocacy Network: https://www.bitclan.org/ Due Process International: http://www.dueprocess.international IPEX - Interpol & Extradition Reform & Defence Experts: https://www.ipexreform.com/ Interpol Red Notice https://www.interpolrednotice.com/ Podcast: http://www.gulfinjustice.news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/detainedindubai YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/detainedindubai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhastirling Live news and updates on Telegram: https://t.me/stirlingnews mail: info@detainedindubai.org / WhatsApp/phone +447309114195

Upcoming Forum “Chilling Democracy: The US Government's War on Whistleblowers and Critics” announced

In recent years, the American government has launched what observers describe as an unprecedented war on whistleblowers and critics....

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