16 h. ago US Plans to Remove Special Envoy Office for Women in Afghanistan

The U.S. plans to remove the Special Envoy for Women in Afghanistan, raising concerns about support for women’s rights. Four U.S. officials have revealed that the Trump administration is planning major changes within the U.S. State Department, as outlined in a draft executive order. These changes could include eliminating the position of Special Envoy for […] The post US Plans to Remove Special Envoy Office for Women in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Washington Post criticizes Trump Administration’s decision on Afghan Refugees

The Washington Post has highlighted the severe conditions facing Afghan refugees, urging that they should not be deported back to Afghanistan, where the situation remains dire. The Washington Post has sharply criticized the Trump administration’s decision to declare Afghanistan a safe country and expel Afghan refugees. The editorial points out that, despite claims of improved […] The post Washington Post criticizes Trump Administration’s decision on Afghan Refugees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 d. ago Trump Administration using insurance data to track immigrants

Trump Administration Using Senior Insurance Database to Track Undocumented Immigrants, Raising Privacy and Healthcare Concerns Across the U.S. A knowledgeable official from the U.S. Department of Health has confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Elon Musk, is working to […] The post Trump Administration using insurance data to track immigrants appeared first on Khaama Press.

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5 d. ago Biden slams Trump’s Social Security Cuts in first Public Speech

Joe Biden, the former President of the United States, strongly criticized the policies of the Donald Trump administration regarding the Social Security system in his first public speech after leaving office. On Tuesday, April 15, Biden addressed the “Supporters, Advisors, and Representatives of the Disabled” (ACRD) conference in Chicago, describing the current administration’s actions as […] The post Biden slams Trump’s Social Security Cuts in first Public Speech appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Trump wants to cut the State Dept. budget by 50% and reduce Foreign Aid by 75%

The Trump administration plans to cut the State Department budget by 50% and reduce foreign aid by 75%. President Donald Trump’s administration is proposing a drastic reduction to the State Department budget for fiscal 2026, aiming to cut more than $30 billion. This plan could result in the closure of nearly 30 U.S. diplomatic missions […] The post Trump wants to cut the State Dept. budget by 50% and reduce Foreign Aid by 75% appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Trump freezes $2.2 billion in Harvard Funds after rejection of demands

Trump’s administration froze $2 billion in Harvard’s federal funds after the university rejected demands to change its policies. The White House announced on April 14, 2025, that it has frozen over $2.2 billion in federal funding to Harvard University. This decision follows Harvard’s refusal to comply with the Trump administration’s demands to dismantle its diversity, […] The post Trump freezes $2.2 billion in Harvard Funds after rejection of demands appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago Trump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Afghans

Trump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Afghans  NPR

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9 d. ago Trump administration ending temporary protected status for nationals from Afghanistan and Cameroon

Trump administration ending temporary protected status for nationals from Afghanistan and Cameroon  Scripps News

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1 week ago US resumes emergency food aid, excludes Afghanistan and Yemen

The U.S. has resumed emergency food aid to several countries, excluding Afghanistan and Yemen, where humanitarian needs remain extremely urgent. The U.S. Department of State and American officials have confirmed to the Associated Press that the Trump administration has resumed emergency food aid to several countries, including Somalia, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Ecuador. However, […] The post US resumes emergency food aid, excludes Afghanistan and Yemen appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Trump plans $998 daily fines for migrants who ignore deportation orders

The Trump administration plans to impose daily fines of $998 on migrants who refuse to leave the U.S. after deportation orders. The Trump administration has proposed a stringent measure targeting undocumented immigrants who have received deportation orders but remain in the United States. The plan involves imposing daily fines of $998 on these individuals, with […] The post Trump plans $998 daily fines for migrants who ignore deportation orders appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Trump administration moves to end US aid to Afghanistan, Reuters reports

Trump administration moves to end US aid to Afghanistan, Reuters reports  Amu TV

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1 week ago Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say

Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say  Reuters

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2 w. ago Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say By Reuters

Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say By Reuters  Investing.com

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2 w. ago Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say

Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say  Reuters

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2 w. ago Trump administration is right not to normalize relations with the Taliban

Trump administration is right not to normalize relations with the Taliban  Washington Examiner

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2 w. ago US Strategy on Afghanistan may shift amid growing terrorist threats: Report

The Hudson Institute reports emerging signs of a shift in the U.S. approach to Afghanistan, with a new strategy expected. The Hudson Institute in the U.S. has recently published an article suggesting subtle signs of a shift in the Trump administration’s approach to Afghanistan. The report indicated that a new strategy regarding Central Asia is […] The post US Strategy on Afghanistan may shift amid growing terrorist threats: Report appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration  CNN

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2 w. ago Trump Administration fires over 10,000 US Health Agency employees

The Trump administration has begun firing over 10,000 employees from U.S. health agencies, including key leadership and staff. The Trump administration began a massive layoff of 10,000 healthcare workers on Tuesday, according to Reuters. Some employees were barred from entering their workplaces only hours after receiving notice of their dismissal. These workers were employed in […] The post Trump Administration fires over 10,000 US Health Agency employees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago Family urges Trump to release US citizen from Taliban Custody

The family of a U.S. citizen urges the Trump administration to secure his release from Taliban custody, demanding swift action. Following the release of another U.S. citizen from Taliban custody, the family of Mahmood Shah Habibi, an Afghan-American detained by the Taliban for over two and a half years, has urged the Trump administration to […] The post Family urges Trump to release US citizen from Taliban Custody appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago US denies entry to Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran

Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran are facing U.S. entry bans due to stricter border policies under Trump’s administration. According to the Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail, some Canadian citizens born in Iran and Afghanistan have faced denial of entry to the United States after undergoing intense questioning at the border. This development […] The post US denies entry to Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran appeared first on Khaama Press.

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