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No one seems to be concerned: Immigration attorney asks companies to reach out to Congressmen on H-1B visa stamping delay in India

Immigration attorney Emily Neumann said the current visa stamping delay situation in India has no possible solution, as no one seems to be bothered, as thousands of H-1B visa holders are stranded in India. The companies, Neumann said, should reach out to their Congressmen, urging them to find a solution…

The Times of India

How safe is the Middle East for Americans? Latest travel advice amid Iran-US conflict

‘Operation Epic Fury’ has created a vast no-go zone over the Middle East for commercial flights, with east-west services rerouted and thousands of cancelations in major Gulf hubs

The Independent UK

'Leave Israel while flights are available': US issues evacuation advisory for non-emergency government staff

The United States has authorised the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their family members from its mission in Israel, citing escalating safety risks amid a volatile security situation, the State Department announced on Friday.

The Times of India

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US officials tried to lobby against Marine Le Pen election ban, French judge says

Magali Lafourcade says the two envoys were convinced the far-right leader’s corruption trial had been political

The Guardian - UK

Trump administration revokes 6 visas over comments about Charlie Kirk

"The United States has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans," the Department of State said.

Axios

Prince Harry facing renewed scrutiny over his United States visa application

After his immigration status in the US was put under the spotlight since he admitted in his memoir Spare to using cocaine and marijuana, Prince Harry is facing renewed scrutiny over his United States visa application.

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Visa Bonds Immigration Plan Called 'Economic Apartheid' — Why Tourists from Poor Nations Must Pay $15,000 to Visit the US

The US launches a visa bond policy requiring up to $15,000 from tourists in high-risk countries, sparking criticism over economic discrimination.

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Faith leaders hope bill will stop the loss of thousands of clergy from abroad serving US communities

Faith leaders across the U.S. are hoping a bipartisan bill in Congress might finally provide relief to an immigration issue that has been vexing them for more than two years

The Independent UK

Mahmoud Khalil files $20m claim against Trump for wrongful detention

The Palestinian student activist has accused the Trump administration of smearing his name and unlawful imprisonment.

Al Jazeera

Worldwide caution alert issued for US travelers amid Iran conflict: What tourists need to know

The Department of State has advised Americans to ‘exercise increased caution’ when abroad

The Independent UK

The Foreign Emoluments Clause, A Qatari Jet, and Honorary Irish Citizenship

More than 100 days into the new administration, the Foreign Emoluments Clause returns to the fore.

Reason

Trump admin sending three USAID staffers to Myanmar to help with earthquake relief

Much larger Russian and Chinese teams have already been helping search-and-rescue efforts in the country for days

The Independent UK

Fires, wars and bureaucracy: The tumultuous journey to establish the US National Archives

Some of the United States’ most important historical documents, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the Emancipation Proclamation, are housed in the U.S. National Archives. Beyond these high-profile items, it also preserves lesser-known but no less vital records, such as national park master plans,…

The Conversation

Secretary Of State Rubio Halts Refugee Resettlement, Enhances Visa Vetting

Secretary of State Marco Rubio aligns with President Trump's executive orders to enhance national security measures and halt refugee resettlement operations.

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The Independent UK

Watch: Marco Rubio addresses State Department as Donald Trump's Secretary of State

Watch as Marco Rubio, Donald Trump's new Secretary of State, delivered remarks to employees at the Department of State upon his arrival after he was sworn into office.

Latin Times

U.S. eases visa processing for graduates with job offers to attract and retain top talent

The Department of State issued new guidance to consular officers on when to recommend waivers for specific applicants to expedite work visa

Fortune

How Americans can stay safe at the Paris Olympics amid global threats, according to top security experts

The Paris Olympics are a celebration of athletic excellence and global unity. They are also a significant target for those wishing to disrupt security.

Latin Times

Día de las Madres or Mother's Day —Why not keep both?

Whether it's May 10th or the second Sunday of the month, Latina mothers enjoy the privilege of a double celebration

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Latin Times

Blinken to Travel to South America and Meet the Presidents of Brazil, Argentina

The Secretary of State is set to hold meetings with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Javier Milei, both of whom are making international headlines

Latin Times

U.S. Passport Processing Times Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels

The Department of State said the times are now six to eight weeks for routine service and two to three for expedited service

The Independent UK

Watch live as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at opening of new health bureau

Watch live as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivers a speech at the launch of the Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy.

Al Jazeera

US officials to meet Taliban representatives in Doha

State Department says diplomats will discuss humanitarian issues, ‘critical interests’ with Afghan group officials.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Al Schmidt, Philly’s former top Republican elections official, is now officially Pa. secretary of state

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Al Schmidt, a Republican former Philadelphia elections official who challenged election denialism in 2020 and testified before the Jan. 6 congressional committee, is officially Pennsylvania’s secretary of state.

Zenger

China ETFs Climb On Hopes Of Better US Relations As State Department Confirms Blinken’s Beijing Visit

Hope is building up across the Pacific

Asharq Al-Awsat

Washington Renews Rejection of ‘Normalization’ with Damascus

The US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Barbara Leaf, stressed that no normalization would take place with the Syrian regime “in the absence of permanent political change." The US State Department announced, in a tweet, that Leaf met with a delegation of the opposition Syrian National Coalition…

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