A former British intelligence officer has embarked on a week-long hunger strike in support of Guantanamo detainees – in particular British resident Shaker Aamer.

Family members of Guantanamo detainees have submitted letters to a US Senate Hearing on closing the prison, describing the nightmare of living without their loved ones.

A British man is to stand trial in Iraq on terrorism charges, amid claims that he suffered prolonged torture while being held in secret detention.