US Immigration Agents Face Backlash as Death Toll Rises Amid Custody
In the first 10 days of 2026, four immigrants have lost their lives in the custody of US immigration agents, bringing the total number of deaths in custody to 34 in the past year alone. The US immigration agency has confirmed the deaths, sparking widespread criticism and calls for the closure of immigration detention centers. This move comes as a US immigration officer was accused of fatally shooting a mother of three in Minnesota last week, prompting outrage across the country.
The US human rights organization has urged the US government to shut down the immigration detention centers, citing the high mortality rate among detainees. The US government has faced intense scrutiny in recent weeks, with the US president Donald Trump urging Americans to leave Iran, citing the ongoing protests and unrest in the country.
The Iranian government has responded to Trump’s comments, calling them “unacceptable.” The German Chancellor, Frederick Merz, has also weighed in on the situation, stating that the Iranian government is “on its last legs.” The British intelligence agency has warned that the Khalistan leader, Paramjit Singh Pamma, faces a significant threat from Indian government agents.
In related news, the Russian government has condemned the US threat to launch a military strike on Iran, calling it “totally unacceptable.” The Iranian military chief, Major General Amir Hatami, has stated that the Iranian military is more capable than ever, capable of fighting a 12-day war against Israel.
The US Central Command has announced the establishment of a new air and missile defense system at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base. In a separate development, the US Research Group, India Hate Lab, has released a report on the treatment of minorities in India in 2025.
Meanwhile, the Iranian government has faced criticism for its handling of the ongoing protests, with many calling for reform and an end to the government’s authoritarian rule. The Iranian government has responded to the criticism, urging the protesters to remain peaceful and to maintain control over their institutions.
