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US federal judge upholds $100,000 fee on key work visas under Trump policy

A US federal judge has authorized the Trump administration to enforce a $100,000 fee on highly sought-after work visas widely used in the technology sector, marking a significant setback for industries dependent on foreign skilled labor. The measure, announced by President Donald Trump in September,......

Trump warns Maduro to “not play tough”; Venezuelan leader fires back

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro while announcing the construction of two new American warships, escalating already strained relations between Washington and Caracas. Speaking during the announcement, Trump suggested that Maduro should consider......

Trump announces new warship class bearing his name

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday the launch of a new class of large warships that will bear his name, an extremely rare move for a sitting president. Speaking from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump said the vessels would be “the best in the world” and revealed that......

U.S. Consulate in Casablanca strengthens visa teams amid rising demand

Casablanca – The U.S. Department of State has reinforced the staffing levels at the United States Consulate General in Casablanca in response to a sharp increase in visa applications, according to an official announcement by the diplomatic mission. The measure aims to accommodate......

Trump appoints Louisiana Governor as Greenland special envoy; Denmark urges respect

President Donald Trump has appointed Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy to Greenland, highlighting continued U.S. interest in the strategically important Arctic territory. The announcement, made on Sunday, comes amid longstanding U.S. discussions about Greenland’s security and mineral......

Ceasefire agreement in October deemed “rushed” ahead of Trump visit

Thailand’s Foreign Minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, described the ceasefire agreement signed in October with Cambodia as “rushed,” following its suspension and renewed border clashes. The deal had been brokered under the auspices of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking in Kuala......

Russia lacks the capacity to conquer Ukraine or Europe, says US intelligence chief

The United States intelligence community does not believe that Russia has the military capability to conquer either Ukraine or Europe, according to the Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. In a public statement shared on the social media platform X, Gabbard dismissed claims suggesting that......

Iran offers support to Venezuela amid tensions with Washington

Venezuela has announced that Iran has expressed its willingness to support Caracas in the face of growing tensions with the United States. The offer was made following a phone conversation between the foreign ministers of both countries, according to Venezuelan officials. The statement comes at a time......

Putin says he is ready for dialogue with Macron, Kremlin spokesman says

Russian President Vladimir Putin is prepared to engage in dialogue with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to a statement made by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The remarks come amid renewed diplomatic discussions surrounding the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking to Russian media, Peskov said......

Lula warns that a U.S. military intervention in Venezuela would be a humanitarian disaster

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned on Saturday that a potential military intervention by the United States in Venezuela would result in a major humanitarian crisis and set a dangerous precedent for the world. Speaking at the opening of the Mercosur summit, Lula expressed concern......

U.S. justice releases limited files related to Jeffrey Epstein investigation

The U.S. Department of Justice has released a limited selection of documents connected to the long-running investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following the adoption of a bipartisan law requiring greater transparency. The publication, however, has fallen short of public expectations,......

Trump says military conflict with Venezuela is not ruled out

US President Donald Trump has said he does not rule out the possibility of a military conflict with Venezuela, as Washington intensifies pressure on the government of President Nicolás Maduro through economic and maritime measures. In a recent media interview, Trump stated that the Venezuelan......

UN issues emergency funding appeal for refugees fleeing DR Congo to Burundi

The United Nations has launched an emergency funding appeal to support the growing number of refugees who have crossed into Burundi following renewed violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The appeal comes amid intensified clashes involving the M23 armed group in South Kivu province,......

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