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‘I was beaten and tortured’: how a British father and son made a fortune in Dubai then became wanted men

‘I was beaten and tortured’: how a British father and son made a fortune in Dubai then became wanted men

Published: April 4, 2026 · The Guardian

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As the Middle East is drawn into war, expats and influencers are under pressure to only share the positive side of the UAE. In reality many are at risk of being put behind bars, and often find the UK government has little interest in helping them get out