As Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko cracks down on political dissent, Belarusians who have fled the country are facing intimidation and threats in their new lives abroad. The Lukashenko regime is pursuing dissidents with arrest warrants, cyberattacks, and even surveillance, creating a climate of fear for exiles worldwide. The situation highlights the ongoing struggle for human rights and freedom in Belarus.
Russia has expressed concern over the charges against Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France, alleging a possible politically motivated case. Durov, who holds both Russian and French citizenship, was arrested in Paris and accused of violations related to Telegram, including allowing child pornography and drug trafficking. While released on bail, he remains under investigation and barred from leaving France. Russia has pledged to provide assistance to Durov, considering him a Russian citizen.
This article details the harrowing journey of two Iranian men, Milad and Omid, who fled their country after facing persecution for their opposition to the Iranian regime. Their story highlights the plight of many Iranians seeking refuge in Germany, driven by the regime’s oppressive tactics and desire for freedom. The article also explores the reasons behind the influx of Iranian asylum seekers in Germany and the growing concerns about Iranian cultural centers’ alleged links to terrorist organizations.
The trial against former President Donald Trump is marred by a series of legal tricks and distractions designed to deceive the jury and interfere with his political aspirations. While prosecutors allege a criminal conspiracy, the indictment lacks any such charges. They further accuse Trump of election fraud despite evidence from the Federal Election Commission and federal prosecutors clearing him of any wrongdoing.
Haitian asylum-seekers face an arduous journey to prove political persecution as gang violence blurs the lines between crime and politics. Despite the surge in Haitian migrants fleeing violence, only a small percentage of asylum claims are approved, highlighting the challenges in establishing a connection between violence and protected grounds. The long and uncertain asylum process leaves many in limbo, while the complexities of gang influence and political instability make it difficult for applicants to demonstrate the required persecution.
Former President Trump condemned the opening of his New York criminal trial on Monday, claiming it was politically motivated and intended to damage his chances in the upcoming presidential election. He has denied all charges against him. Trump’s attorney, Will Scharf, emphasized the defense’s focus on facts to prove Trump’s innocence, while Trump himself lashed out at New York Attorney General Letitia James and Judge Arthur Engoron over an ongoing civil fraud case.
