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Fears Alexei Navalny has gone missing from prison

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4 years ago

June 15, 2022

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is missing, with reports he has been transferred from a penal colony to a high security prison facility

This move does fall within the judge’s orders at his sentencing in March, but his legal team allege the individual’s current location is unknown.

Navalny’s lawyers say he was transferred to a maximum-security prison as his verdict came into force, but they have no idea which one.

A court in Moscow sentenced the prominent opposition leader to a further nine years in prison in March for fraud charges, over allegations he had been stealing from his Anti-Corruption Foundation.

The U.S. is now calling on Russian authorities to allow Navalny access to his lawyers, to his legal representation, and to medical care.

This recent conviction follows a crack-down on Navalny’s supporters, other opposition activists and independent journalists, with the Kremlin desperate to publicly condone all dissent.

The opposition leader’s close allies have also faced criminal charges, with many fleeing the country to escape persecution.

Meanwhile, his anti-corruption foundation has been destroyed after being labelled an extremist organisation.

The alarm regarding his whereabouts was raised after Navalny failed to show up to a scheduled meeting with his legal team.

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Federal Reserve holds interest rates amid economic uncertainty

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, balancing inflation and jobs, as some governors advocate for a cut. #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Economy

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3 hours ago

January 29, 2026

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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, balancing inflation and jobs, as some governors advocate for a cut.

The Federal Reserve has opted to keep interest rates unchanged, marking the first pause since July. Officials are showing little urgency to resume cuts, even after previous rate reductions.

Two Fed governors opposed the decision, calling for a quarter-point cut, highlighting ongoing debates within the rate-setting committee, which includes both appointed governors and regional bank presidents.

Concerns over the job market and persistent inflation continue to weigh heavily on the Fed’s policy decisions, leaving economists and investors closely watching the next moves.

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Trump warns Iran as U.S. naval forces approach amid rising tensions

Trump urges Iran to resume nuclear talks or face stronger U.S. military response amid economic struggles and tensions rise.

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January 29, 2026

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Trump urges Iran to resume nuclear talks or face stronger U.S. military response amid economic struggles and rising tensions.

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iran to return to nuclear negotiations, warning that failure to do so could result in a far more severe military response. Posting on Truth Social, Trump signalled a hardening stance as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise.

Trump confirmed that a U.S. naval strike group led by the USS Abraham Lincoln is moving towards Iran, as protests grow inside the country over alleged government repression. The show of force comes amid heightened regional instability and mounting pressure on the Iranian leadership.

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Nicki Minaj says her loyalty to Trump will not change

Minaj supports Trump as his biggest fan, rejecting bullying and claiming divine protection for him.

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6 hours ago

January 29, 2026

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Minaj supports Trump as his biggest fan, rejecting bullying and claiming divine protection for him.

The rapper says she is the president’s number one fan and has pushed back against what she describes as bullying.

Minaj claims Trump has powerful backing and says she believes God is protecting him, defending the president against what she views as unfair attacks and arguing that strong opinions should not be met with harassment.

She framed her comments as a stand against online intimidation rather than a call for division, with the remarks sparking widespread debate on social media and renewing discussion around celebrity influence in politics.

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