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EU Clamps Down on Russian Travel with Stricter Visa Rules

                                      EU tightens rules for multiple-entry Schengen visas for Russian passport holders The European Union has introduced tougher visa restrictions for Russian nationals, ending the practice of granting multiple-entry permits. Under the new rules, Russians will need to apply for a fresh visa each time they wish to enter the bloc. Officials say the change is aimed at tightening security and preventing misuse of travel privileges. The move comes amid heightened concerns over migration, sabotage, and other risks linked to Russia’s ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Exceptions will remain in place for certain groups, including dissidents, independent journalists, human rights defenders, and family members of EU citizens. Transport workers may also qualify for short-term multi-entry visas to keep essential services running. EU leaders emphasized that tr...

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Trump Pushes UN Resolution for Gaza Peace and Security Force

Displaced Palestinians sit next to their destroyed homes in Khan Younis camp in the southern Gaza Strip, Palestine, Nov. 5, 2025.

President Donald Trump’s administration has presented a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council seeking endorsement of his 20-point Gaza peace plan. The proposal calls for the creation of a transitional governance body and the deployment of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to oversee security and reconstruction in the enclave.

The plan outlines a two-year mandate for the ISF, which would be empowered to maintain order and support rebuilding efforts. While U.S. troops would not be deployed directly in Gaza, the initiative envisions a multinational force drawn from regional and international partners, including Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

Trump’s framework aims to end years of conflict between Israel and Hamas by combining security guarantees with reconstruction programs. It also proposes the establishment of a “Board of Peace” to coordinate governance and humanitarian aid. Supporters argue the plan could provide a pathway to long-term stability, while critics remain cautious about its feasibility.

No date has yet been set for a Security Council vote, but Washington’s push reflects its determination to secure international legitimacy for Trump’s Gaza initiative. If approved, the resolution would mark a significant step toward reshaping governance and security in Gaza, potentially laying the groundwork for a new phase in Middle East diplomacy.


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