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In response to severe overcrowding, UK ministers are considering reforms to community orders and early prisoner releases. Proposals include reducing time served for short sentences and enhancing community supervision, aiming to alleviate prison pressure while addressing recidivism rates. These changes come amid rising concerns over prison conditions and public safety.
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Boris Johnson's memoir, 'Unleashed', has quickly fallen from the top of Amazon's bestseller list, now ranking seventh. Despite a high-profile launch, it faces stiff competition from children's books and cookbooks, raising questions about its appeal and content.
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Three lawyers representing the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny are on trial for alleged extremism, facing up to six years in prison. Their trial follows Navalny's controversial death in February 2024, which has led to increased state repression against his supporters. The trial began on September 12, 2024, amid heightened tensions in Russia.
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The Russian government is intensifying efforts to target exiled dissidents, with new legislation allowing prosecutors to seek the arrest of Russian citizens abroad. This follows a broader crackdown on dissent since the Ukraine invasion, leading to increased fears among emigres of potential persecution and extradition.
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Stephen James Hubbard, a 72-year-old American, was sentenced to six years and ten months in a Russian prison for allegedly fighting as a mercenary for Ukraine. His family disputes the charges, claiming he was kidnapped and has no military background. Hubbard's case highlights the increasing detentions of Americans in Russia amid strained relations.
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Excerpts from Alexei Navalny's memoir, 'Patriot', reveal his thoughts on imprisonment and his fight against authoritarianism. Despite facing a 19-year sentence, he remained resolute in his beliefs until his death in February 2024, which many attribute to Kremlin actions. The memoir is set for release on October 22, 2024.