British student Mia O’Brien jailed for life in Dubai; here’s how one ‘stupid mistake’ turned into a nightmare

Mia O’Brien, a British law student, faces a life sentence in Dubai for an unspecified crime, highlighting the UAE’s strict legal system and harsh penalties for foreigners. Her family is struggling to provide legal support and visit her, emphasizing the risks of navigating the UAE’s zero-tolerance approach to drug offenses and criminal activity.