Tuesday, Jan 21

In a significant prisoner exchange, the Taliban released two American detainees, Ryan Corbett and William McKenty, in return for a Taliban figure imprisoned in the U.S.

Tuesday, Jan 21

Hamas plans to release four female Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire deal, raising hopes for an end to the Gaza conflict.

Tuesday, Jan 21

Taliban announces a prisoner exchange deal with the US, releasing Afghan detainee Khan Mohammad in a move seen as fostering dialogue.

Tuesday, Jan 21

President Trump issues nearly 1,500 pardons and commutes sentences for January 6 rioters, highlighting his controversial stance on the Capitol attack.

Tuesday, Jan 21

Nearly 90 Palestinian prisoners were released in a historic exchange during a Gaza ceasefire deal, reuniting families amidst mixed emotions over their detention.

Monday, Jan 20

Palestinian communities celebrate as 90 prisoners, including women and children, are released from Israeli prisons in a highly emotional exchange amidst the ongoing conflict.

Monday, Jan 20

South Korea's impeached president Yoon Suk-yeol spends his first night in detention, facing insurrection charges after a failed martial law declaration.

Monday, Jan 20

Israel released 90 Palestinian detainees following the return of three Israeli hostages amid a new ceasefire between Gaza and Israel.

Saturday, Jan 18

Russian court sentences three lawyers representing Alexei Navalny to years in prison in a significant escalation of the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent.

Saturday, Jan 18

Imran Khan sentenced to 14 years in prison over corruption charges, marking a significant hurdle for his political aspirations in Pakistan.