Exclusive: Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source - Reuters

Exclusive: Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source  Reuters

Most people seeking green cards must now apply from outside the US

A new policy closes a loophole that has allowed visa holders and visitors to apply for a green card, or permanent residency, from within the United States.

Trump administration to make foreigners leave US to apply for green cards

Move to tighten permanent residency requirements could have significant implications for businesses

Raul Castro is still pulling the strings in Cuba

At nearly 95 years old, Raul Castro, the former Cuban president who was indicted Wednesday in the United States for the killing of Americans, remains a central figure in Cuban politics. Washington appears to be using the same playbook it used in Venezuela to try to topple the regime.

Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad

Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy.

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Trump releases new batch of previously classified UFO files

The Trump administration has released a second batch of previously classified files on UFO sightings.

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran - CNN

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran  CNN

Trump administration tells green card applicants to apply from abroad

Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants.

US tells green card seekers to apply from abroad

Under the new rule, green cards will be issued in applicants' home countries, though it remains unclear who all will be affected.

UN event on nuclear non-proliferation treaty stumbles, US and Iran clash

A four-week United Nations conference reviewing the treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons ended on Friday without agreement as the United States and Iran sparred over Iran’s nuclear programme. Vietnam’s UN Ambassador Do Hung Viet, who chaired the conference, announced that there was no consensus among the 191 parties to the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty on even a watered-down final document. He did not say which country or countries blocked a consensus. It was the third failure in...

By Associated Press

Putin Xi, To Catch a Castro, Red Carpet Rebellion

It’s been a week marked by major geopolitical, legal and public health developments across several fronts. In Washington, the Trump administration has indicted 94-year-old former Cuban president Raúl Castro over alleged murder and conspiracy to kill US nationals, linked to the 1990s downing of two civilian aircraft — a move officials describe as long-delayed justice, but which critics see as part of a wider push on regime change. In Beijing, President Vladimir Putin made a rare visit to m...

By Gavin LEE

What smart people are saying about the Trump administration's green card crackdown

President Donald Trump's crackdown on green card applications is triggering fierce debate among business owners and policy experts. Robert Nickelsberg/Getty Images Trump's new policy could force many immigrants to apply for green cards from outside the US. USCIS may grant exceptions for immigrants who offer economic benefits or serve national interests. Experts say Trump's policy could disrupt mixed-status families and long-term visa holders. President Donald Trump's latest immigration crac...

Arab countries push for end to Iran war amid reports U.S. is preparing for new attacks

Since the ceasefire started six weeks ago, U.S. President Donald Trump has veered between assurances a peace accord was almost at hand and threats of new aerial assaults

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Trump admin says new green card enforcement likely won't apply to those who provide an 'economic benefit'

Full breakdown of USCIS memo on change in Green Card rules for H1-B, L-1, F-1 OPT

USCIS has issued a new policy memo requiring most foreigners seeking a green card to apply from their home country, shifting from adjustment of status within the U.S. This stricter standard emphasizes weighing negative factors like immigration violations and inconsistent conduct, demanding stronger evidence of "unusual or outstanding" positive ties to the U.S. for those applying domestically.

By TOI TECH DESK

US walks back on some aspects after ‘leave country’ rule to seek Green Cards: ‘National interest’

Hours after the new move, the USCIS seems to have partially retracted the changes, inserting two exceptions: “economic benefit” and “national interest”.

Today, India and US interests are not easily aligned. Let’s confront this

By Pratap Bhanu Mehta

Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran, in push to end Iran war - The Straits Times

Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran, in push to end Iran war  The Straits Times

Opinion: Opinion | Rubio Is In India, But Trump's America Just Launched Its Sharpest Attack On Indian Immigrants

As US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in India for the Quad meeting and strategic consultations, the Trump administration is preparing one of the sharpest reversals of long-standing American immigration policy in decades.

Deportees held in Eswatini speak out, as lawyers challenge United States deal

Upon learning United States President Donald Trump was looking for African nations to take in deported third-country migrants, Eswatini was among the first to volunteer. Now lawyers in the southern African kingdom are challenging the legality of the deal, as deportees speak out about the conditions of their detention.

By RFI

Trump administration to end in-country applications for US permanent residency

It's just the latest step by the Trump administration to make legal immigration to the United States more difficult.

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

With Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz, its resistance to nuclear concessions and its government largely intact, doubts are growing that Trump can pull out a geopolitical win.

‘Big guns’ descend on Tehran as talks enter decisive phase

CHIEF of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir is embraced by Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni upon his arrival in Tehran.—AFP • Rubio says US in constant contact with Field Marshal Munir as the latter arrives in Iran • Notes ‘some progress’ made but insists more work needed • US considers ‘Plan B’ with willing Nato countries over Hormuz • Iran rules out deal if US demands handover of enriched uranium • Qatar joins mediation push in coordination with US • UAE says Iran’s N-prog...

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Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source

Doha had until now distanced itself from playing a mediation role in the Iran war after it came under attack from Iranian missiles and drones during the latest conflict.

Commentary: From Iran to Ukraine, lasting ceasefires remain elusive

The Russia-Ukraine war and the United States-Iran war have highlighted how the world struggles to achieve meaningful ceasefires, especially short-term agreements, says this researcher.

Amid outbreaks, an age-old theory is being resurrected online: viruses don’t exist

Forms of germ theory denial have been advocated by the United States secretary of health.

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

Analysts suggest that war could make Iran more likely to ramp up efforts to develop a nuclear weapon for defence

By Reuters

US tells foreigners seeking green cards: Return to your countries to apply

Foreigners seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States to secure green cards will ​have to do so from outside the country via ‌the State Department, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said on Friday, in a move criticized by aid groups.

Singham Network Mobilizes To Defend Raúl Castro After DOJ Indictment

Singham Network Mobilizes To Defend Raúl Castro After DOJ Indictment Via American Greatness, Key organizations and activists tied to the CCP-linked Singham Network rapidly moved to defend former Cuban dictator Raúl Castro following this week’s Justice Department indictment tied to the 1996 shootdown of civilian aircraft flown by Brothers to the Rescue. The indictment, unveiled by the United States Department of Justice, charges Castro and others in connection with the deaths ...

By Tyler Durden

Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war - The Daily Star

Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war  The Daily Star

CDF Munir reaches Tehran as part of ongoing mediation efforts to end Iran war - Geo News

CDF Munir reaches Tehran as part of ongoing mediation efforts to end Iran war  Geo News

US directs green card applicants to apply from home countries

Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking Green Cards must now apply from their home countries, a new US policy states. Learn how this affects applican Read More: https://punchng.com/us-directs-green-card-applicants-to-apply-from-home-countries/

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USCIS: Non-immigrants in US seeking green card must return to home country to apply - Jamaica Gleaner

USCIS: Non-immigrants in US seeking green card must return to home country to apply  Jamaica Gleaner

Pakistani army chief arrives in Tehran for US-Iran mediation efforts - rudaw.net

Pakistani army chief arrives in Tehran for US-Iran mediation efforts  rudaw.net

The Spirit of Cuba – Photo of the Day

Mary McCartney from the United States took our photo of the day: "The Spirit of Cuba", in Havana. The post The Spirit of Cuba – Photo of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

By Circles Robinson

US says DRC team must isolate due to Ebola before arriving for World Cup - Al Jazeera

US says DRC team must isolate due to Ebola before arriving for World Cup  Al Jazeera