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U.S. Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries Over Public Assistance Concerns

  The United States has announced a temporary halt to immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, citing concerns that individuals from these nations may be at higher risk of relying on public assistance after entering the country. The move represents one of the broadest immigration-related suspensions in recent years and has already sparked global debate. Under the directive, U.S. embassies and consulates will pause decisions on immigrant visa applications while officials reassess how they evaluate the likelihood that applicants could become dependent on government-funded support. The policy does not affect non‑immigrant visas such as tourist, business, or student visas, which will continue to be processed. The suspension affects a wide range of countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Many families with pending applications now face uncertainty as they await further guidance from U.S. authorities. Supporters argue that the pause stren...

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Urgent Talks Scheduled for Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release

 


In a joint statement, leaders from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt have called for urgent talks between Israel and Hamas. The proposed meeting is set for August 15 and aims to bridge the remaining gaps in the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Key Points:

  1. Ceasefire Agreement: The talks seek to finalize a comprehensive ceasefire agreement, putting an end to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

  2. Hostage Release: Another critical objective is securing the release of hostages and prisoners held by both sides.

  3. Location: The negotiations could take place either in Doha or Cairo.

  4. Time Sensitivity: The urgency of the situation underscores the need for swift action.

Leaders emphasize that now is the time to find common ground and bring stability to the region. As the world watches, hopes are high that these talks will yield positive results.


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