detained

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Artan told the New York Times, external how he faced an 11-hour immigration interview, and was then detained for several hours.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Armenia's Investigative Committee said it had opened 59 criminal cases over alleged electoral violations -- including people casting multiple ballots -- and detained nine.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“I think the media stories surrounding people who’ve been detained haven’t helped,” said Jon Bortz, chief executive of Pebblebrook Hotel Trust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Yurien, the daughter of Mario, an Ambiance worker who was also detained, spoke at the press conference and chose not to use her last name.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

“He knew that he would be detained sooner or later. He told me not to worry too much.”

From "Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution" by Ji-li Jiang