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India expressed concerns regarding attacks on two Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran stated it will continue to block transit through the strait while the US blockade of Iranian ports is in effect.
Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz following incidents involving two Indian ships that came under fire. The closure is a response to the US blockade of Iranian ports.
Thierry Breton served as the EU Commissioner for the Internal Market from 2019 to 2024. He and four others received US travel bans at the end of 2022.
An 85-year-old Frenchwoman, Marie-Thérèse Ross, has returned to France after being detained by ICE following the death of her American veteran husband. The French foreign ministry confirmed her return on Friday.
Pakistan is currently mediating in the US-Iran conflict. This development may influence India's diplomatic strategies in the region.
The US State Department restricts visas for individuals identified as supporting adversaries of the United States. This action affects 26 individuals across the hemisphere, as stated by the Trump administration.
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun will not hold a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the near future, according to three Lebanese officials. This decision follows a statement from US President Donald Trump regarding potential discussions between the two leaders.
China's foreign ministry advises travelers to exercise caution following reports that approximately 20 Chinese scholars were denied entry by US Customs and Border Protection despite having valid visas.
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol plans to visit India and Vietnam. The visit comes amid concerns over energy supply risks following recent geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States has allowed waivers for Iranian and Russian oil to expire, which may impact India's crude oil supply. India has relied on these waivers to sustain its oil imports.
In 2021, Canada extended citizenship to children born outside the country to Canadian parents. This move contrasts with an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump, which aimed to eliminate birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to temporary residents and undocumented immigrants.
The US Senate resumes debate on the SAVE America Act, which proposes increased proof of citizenship requirements for voters. The bill is supported by former President Donald Trump.
India and the United States will conduct trade talks in Washington from April 20, 2024.
A US appeals court blocks a contempt case related to deportation flights initiated by the Trump administration in 2025.
US immigration authorities detained Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil's former intelligence chief, who fled Brazil following his conviction for involvement in a coup plot.
The European Union is exploring the implementation of a digital euro to reduce dependence on American payment systems like Visa and Mastercard. This initiative is part of Europe's efforts to enhance financial sovereignty.
Donald Trump commented on Pope Leo XIV's criticism of U.S. war and immigration policies, stating he is "not a big fan" of the pontiff. This follows the pope's challenge to the U.S. administration's stance regarding the conflict with Iran.
Donald Trump commented on Pope Leo XIV's criticism of U.S. war and immigration policies, stating he is "not a big fan" of the pontiff. This follows the pope's challenge to the U.S. administration's stance regarding the conflict with Iran.
Iran perceives an advantage in the current state of U.S. national security decision-making, which they describe as dysfunctional and chaotic. This assessment comes amid ongoing negotiations involving Iran, Israel, and Lebanon, characterized by tactical necessity rather than trust.
Costa Rica received 25 deported migrants from the US. This marks the first wave of an agreement between the two countries.
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