Dual citizens are experiencing significant travel difficulties due to high demand for Irish passports and new UK border rules, leading to long waits, lack of updates, and heartbreaking consequences when passports are delayed.
Former President Trump's actions continue to draw international attention, with new tariffs impacting countries like Malaysia and Canada, and his pardon of a Honduran ex-president sparking a return to a corruption case. Meanwhile, his administration's strategy towards Iran, including threats and a pause in attacks, is being scrutinized for its long-term implications on US foreign policy and Chinese influence.
An analysis argues that Ghana's Council of State is incorrect in its advice regarding dual citizenship, emphasizing the importance of passing the Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
The Canadian government reportedly developed a plan to take individual citizens to court for what it deemed 'false and misleading' content posted on social media platforms.
Despite a loss to Turkey, the US national team is generating football fever, with half of its players holding dual citizenship. This comes at a time when Donald Trump is advocating for stricter policies on becoming an American citizen.
Russia is reportedly imposing decades-long prison sentences for minor offenses, such as a single Telegram post or small financial transfers, often using dual citizens as bargaining chips in what is seen as a sign of the Kremlin's escalating crackdown.
Many dual citizens agree with José Mourinho's criticism, appreciating the Swiss mentality but often missing the 'killer instinct' when it comes to achieving major goals and successes.
A new survey reveals that more than 85% of individuals who became German citizens in the past year chose to keep their original nationality, following a reform allowing dual citizenship.
An article outlines the ten easiest countries to acquire dual citizenship or a second passport in 2026, detailing common routes such as citizenship by investment, fast-track naturalization, or descent.
Ukraine has modified the list of countries with which it accepts dual citizenship agreements, including 29 new states, among them Romania, the Romanian government announced on Tuesday.
Finland recorded an unprecedented number of individuals gaining Finnish citizenship in 2025, contributing to nearly 200,000 dual citizens in the country.
A Scottish family faced travel disruption when their 10-month-old dual national baby, born in the UK, was denied boarding for a flight to the UK from Spain due to new regulations requiring British passports or a costly certificate for dual citizens.
The Dutch Football Association has successfully won a legal case concerning the eligibility of players with dual citizenship. This ruling clarifies the criteria for such players to represent the national team.
North Macedonia's SDSM party has submitted a draft law to the Assembly proposing that public officials, including members of parliament and government ministers, should not hold dual citizenship. The
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The Allahabad High Court has deferred its order for a First Information Report (FIR) against Rahul Gandhi in a case concerning allegations of dual British citizenship. The court instead issued a notice, asking Gandhi to present his viewpoint on the matter.
The Latvian Saeima has rejected a proposal by "Latvija pirmajā vietā" to prohibit dual citizens from holding many state and municipal positions. The parliament is also considering a separate proposal to deny weapon permits to dual citizens of Latvia and Russia or Belarus.
The Riniki Bhuyan passport controversy has brought India's rules on dual citizenship and holding multiple passports under examination, as Indian law generally prohibits holding both an Indian and a foreign passport simultaneously.
Thousands of dual citizens and other Americans are choosing to leave the U.S. at a record pace, often renouncing their citizenship, with many citing Donald Trump's influence and ongoing tax considerations as major factors.
Parliamentarians in North Macedonia have voted to amend the law, stipulating that the State Public Prosecutor cannot hold dual citizenship, aiming to strengthen the integrity and independence of the office.
Ghana's Parliament is reviewing the constitution to potentially allow dual citizens to hold key public offices, a move that could redefine national identity and public service.
The Liberal Democrats have written to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, calling for a delay in the rollout of new border controls that could prevent British dual citizens from entering the UK, deeming them 'unacceptable'.
New Home Office rules causing ‘stress upon stress’ for British woman living in Netherlands trying to enter UK
A British woman living in the Netherlands has told of the “stress upon stress” caused by new Home Office rules that leave her unable to travel to see her 91-year-old dying mother back in England.
Annie, who requested her surname was not published, said her British passport expired last Friday and had been submitted as part of her passport renewal application. She had “reasonably expected” to use her Dutch passport to carry on visiting her mother, as she had done every couple of weeks for the past few months.
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Ghana's Attorney General, Dominic Ayine, announced the government's acceptance of a proposal to amend the 1992 Constitution, potentially allowing dual citizens to contest Parliament without renouncing foreign citizenship. Ayine also clarified that the government's position on the Constitutional Review Committee’s final report does not constitute a white paper, explaining the committee's non-commission status.
Moldova's newly elected Prime Minister Vasile Tofan confirmed he holds dual citizenship (Moldovan and Romanian) and expressed his desire to make his first official foreign visits to Romania and then Brussels.
A debate is ongoing in Ghana regarding whether individuals holding the nation's highest offices should possess undivided national allegiance, particularly in the context of dual citizenship.
Ghana's Council of State has recommended against the passage of the Constitution of Ghana (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which aimed to permit dual citizens to hold sensitive public offices.
The 2026 World Cup continues to generate news with updates on player personal lives, such as Norway's Østigård following his son's birth via video call, and Germany setting a new World Cup record. Teams are also preparing for upcoming matches, with discussions around lineups and strategies.
Russian billionaires are reportedly facing increased pressure from the state, with accusations of corruption, providing non-military support to enemies, and dual citizenship, leading to wealth confiscation.
A liveblog entry from Germany highlights a trend where almost all new German citizens are choosing to retain dual citizenship, reflecting changes in naturalization policies.
The Swedish Parliament has decided in favor of a law that would allow the revocation of dual citizenship. The decision still needs to be confirmed in a new vote.
The Romanian government has welcomed Ukraine's decision to include Romania on the list of countries with which it accepts dual citizenship, calling it an important step that reflects positive dialogue and shared commitment between the two states.
A discussion is ongoing in Latvia regarding the importance and legal implications for children in the diaspora to choose Latvian citizenship in addition to their country of residence.
Changes to Canadian citizenship rules have prompted thousands of 'lost Canadians,' many from the US, to apply for dual citizenship, raising questions about Canada's preparedness.
Driven by political climates, job prospects, and family heritage, thousands of Americans are exploring simplified processes to secure dual citizenship with Canada.
According to Filipche, the technical government can only be abolished by consensus, and SDSM will support the proposed law to abolish dual citizenship for members of parliament, viewing it as a mechanism for fair elections.
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A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
Canada has revised its dual citizenship regulations, simplifying the process and allowing a significantly larger number of individuals to apply for Canadian citizenship.
Ten young people from Transylvania shared their views on dual citizenship and participation in Hungarian elections, also commenting on the RMDSZ's efforts to gather postal votes for Fidesz.
Kosovo's Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified that the 90-day stay rule for foreigners within a 180-day period does not apply to individuals holding dual citizenship, including Kosovan documents.
Hungarians living abroad, who gained simplified dual citizenship under Orbán's government in 2010, are now discussing their voting intentions in an election survey.
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the release of two Ukrainian-Hungarian dual citizens captured on the Ukrainian front, a gesture of goodwill during the visit of Hungary's Foreign Minister, signaling closer ties between the two nations.
On February 25, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Ukrainian recruitment centers (TCK) had forcibly mobilized the dual Hungarian-Ukrainian citizen, who later surrendered to Russian troops on the Krasnoarmiysk front. Albert Roman, a soldier of the 14th Ukrainian Brigade who has dual citizenship, surrendered to units of the “Center” army group, the Russian daily […]
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Indonesia is exploring a limited dual citizenship scheme to encourage its diaspora to return, addressing a long-held demand from native talent scattered globally who seek such a provision before considering repatriation.
The citizenship status of Bosnian individuals, such as Dario Ristić, who joined the Russian army while holding Russian citizenship, is being questioned, as Bosnia and Herzegovina lacks a dual citizenship agreement with Russia.
Ghana's Council of State has advised against the bipartisan Constitution Amendment Bill, 2025, which aims to remove restrictions on dual citizens holding public offices, despite the President's support.
Ukraine has added the Republic of Moldova to its list of countries with which it accepts dual citizenship agreements. This move expands the possibilities for dual nationality between the two nations.
A complaint has been filed against Teodoro regarding his alleged dual citizenship, seeking answers to lingering questions about his past Maltese citizenship. The complaint raises concerns about his eligibility for public office.
Eugen Tomac, Romania's designated Prime Minister, stated in an interview that he is a Romanian and Moldovan citizen. He explained that he renounced his Ukrainian citizenship to obtain Moldovan citizenship, as Ukraine does not permit dual citizenship.
A German liveblog reports on various political topics, including the SPD chairwoman addressing insults, the high rate of new German citizens opting for dual citizenship, and a call to end a political dispute between Strack-Zimmermann and Kubicki.
The appeal of dual citizenship is reportedly diminishing in today's volatile world. Once seen as a symbol of global freedom and prestige, it is increasingly becoming a source of uncertainty rather than an advantage.
A proposed bill by SDSM, aiming to prevent ministers from holding dual citizenship, failed to pass in the North Macedonian parliament. The bill sought to align with VMRO-DPMNE's proposal for MPs to hold only Macedonian citizenship.
A baby born to a British-Austrian couple faced difficulties re-entering the UK after a Spanish holiday due to overlooked stricter passport regulations for dual citizens, eventually managing to return.
The Dutch FA has won a case concerning dual citizenship eligibility, a ruling that impacts players previously registered as Dutch nationals who may become non-EU foreign players after switching allegiance, requiring work permits.
The Saeima conceptually supported amendments to the Law on the Circulation of Weapons in the first reading, which would prohibit issuing weapon permits to Latvian citizens who also hold citizenship of Russia or Belarus.
Latvian dual citizens, especially youth, are encountering increasing difficulties and delays in renouncing citizenship of aggressor states, a process required to retain their Latvian citizenship.
The government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has delayed controversial constitutional amendment bills, which were a response to election petitions challenging the eligibility of MPs due to dual citizenship, following significant public backlash.
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An Allahabad High Court judge has recused himself from hearing the dual citizenship case involving Rahul Gandhi. The judge cited that the petitioner had 'cast aspersions' on the court through social media.
Representatives of the Lithuanian diaspora are advocating for the recognition of dual citizenship preservation as a matter of national security. They argue that maintaining ties with Lithuanians abroad is crucial for the country's long-term interests.
A unique case has emerged of a baby born on a Caribbean Airlines flight from Jamaica to New York, raising questions about the possibility of the infant acquiring dual citizenship.
A survey reveals that 74% of retirees feel the Federal Reserve's policies primarily benefit Wall Street rather than individual citizens, prompting advice on maximizing personal income.
The rule limiting foreigners' stay to 90 days within a 180-day period in Kosovo does not apply to individuals holding dual citizenship, possessing both Kosovan and other documents. This clarification was provided by the director of the legal department of Kosovo's Ministry of Internal Affairs to Radio Free Europe.
South Korea will mandate government approval for defense companies hiring foreign nationals or dual citizens for executive or technology-handling roles, aiming to enhance national security.
Austrian scientists researching abroad are often forced to give up their Austrian citizenship to continue their work, highlighting the need for dual citizenship for researchers.
Starting February 25, British dual nationals, including British-Canadian citizens, will be required to present a British or Irish passport, certificate of entitlement, or emergency travel document to enter the U.K.
An opinion piece argues for restricting dual citizenship for public office holders, emphasizing the need for officials to be legally and physically bound to the nation they serve.