MPs are urging the government to disclose the identity of an alleged Chinese operative who was reportedly in close proximity to Prince Andrew, increasing pressure on the government to adopt a firm stance amid complex geopolitical concerns.

Muawiyah Syasneh, who was 16 when his anti-Assad graffiti in Syria led to his arrest in 2011, discusses the significant role he played in the conflict and the eventual outcome of justice.

Detectives are investigating dozens of Fujitsu and Post Office staff for potential crimes, including allegations of perjury and perverting the course of justice, related to the wrongful prosecution of subpostmasters, with an inquiry involving over 1.5 million documents, but final charging decisions are expected only after a public inquiry, likely delaying trials until 2027.

In Damascus, families are desperately searching for missing relatives amid reports of severe abuses, highlighting a grim situation under Assad’s regime.