detention

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Others carried photographs of relatives who never emerged from detention, with some carrying placards saying "We are still looking for you."

From Barron's

"Efforts to further bolster the rule of law, particularly in the justice and detention sectors, must remain a priority to be able to tackle corruption and impunity," said Turk.

From Barron's

Its latest travel advisory dropped warnings about wrongful detention and unrest.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The Supreme Court of the Islamic Emirate deemed his period of detention sufficient and decided on his release," a statement read.

From Barron's

So in the frantic hours before officers took her parents away to immigration detention, her mom turned to their pastor and his wife.

From Salon