37 h. 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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54 h. 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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61 h. 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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4 d. ago Afghan Asylum Seekers Face Uncertain Future as Trump’s Travel Ban Returns

Afghan Asylum Seekers Face Uncertain Future as Trump’s Travel Ban Returns  Documented NY

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4 d. 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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6 d. 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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8 d. ago US to end funding for children’s Vaccination Programs in poorest countries

Reports indicated that the Trump administration is planning to reduce its financial aid to the GAVI organization, a global entity that plays a crucial role in providing vaccinations for children in low-income countries. This move could significantly impact vaccination efforts in regions that rely heavily on international support to combat preventable diseases and ensure the […] The post US to end funding for children’s Vaccination Programs in poorest countries appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago White House slams Biden for failing to hold officials accountable in Afghanistan withdrawal

Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, criticized the Biden administration for its failure to hold officials accountable for the “disastrous” U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it “outrageous.” Leavitt responded to reporters’ questions about the disclosure of chat group information involving senior U.S. security officials, stating that the Trump administration ignored national security concerns raised by Democrats […] The post White House slams Biden for failing to hold officials accountable in Afghanistan withdrawal appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago Trump Administration halts Green Card Processing for additional vetting

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a temporary halt in finalizing certain green card applications, following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump in January. This suspension of some green card applications aims to conduct additional vetting of the applicants, in line with a directive from the Department of Homeland Security […] The post Trump Administration halts Green Card Processing for additional vetting appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Trump administration secures release of US citizen detained in Afghanistan

Trump administration secures release of US citizen detained in Afghanistan  Al Jazeera English

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2 w. ago Activists call on Canada to help Afghan women facing deportation due to Trump administration cuts

Activists call on Canada to help Afghan women facing deportation due to Trump administration cuts  CBC.ca

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2 w. ago Radio Free Europe files lawsuit against Trump Administration over funding cuts

Radio Free Europe has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the decision to cut its funding, claiming constitutional violations. Stephen Capus, the President of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, announced that he has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Agency for Global Media and two of its officials to prevent the implementation of a […] The post Radio Free Europe files lawsuit against Trump Administration over funding cuts appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Head of AfghanEvac: US State Dep’t explanation on Afghan Relocation unclear, ‘We owe Afghans a straight answer’

Shawn VanDiver , the head of AfghanEvac, says that the statements made by Tammy Bruce, the spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State, about the absence of a travel ban list for Afghans to the United States are unclear and are likely untrue. On Tuesday, March 18, VanDiver stated in a video on his X account […] The post Head of AfghanEvac: US State Dep’t explanation on Afghan Relocation unclear, ‘We owe Afghans a straight answer’ appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan are fine, but why did US impose travel ban on Bhutan, know reason behind Trump govt mov

Pakistan, Afghanistan are fine, but why did US impose travel ban on Bhutan, know reason behind Trump govt mov  India.com

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2 w. ago Trump administration in US to impose new travel ban against 43 countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan

Trump administration in US to impose new travel ban against 43 countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan  Etemaad

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2 w. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan, Russia among 43 nations to face Trump's travel ban

Pakistan, Afghanistan, Russia among 43 nations to face Trump's travel ban  Business Standard

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2 w. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Russia among 43 countries likely to face Trump's new travel ban

Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Russia among 43 countries likely to face Trump's new travel ban  Lokmat Times

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2 w. ago US mulling travel ban affecting 43 countries, including Afghanistan, Bhutan, Pakistan

US mulling travel ban affecting 43 countries, including Afghanistan, Bhutan, Pakistan  newagebd.net

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2 w. ago From Afghanistan, Iran to even Bhutan and Russia: Trump’s proposed new travel ban may hit up to 43 countries

From Afghanistan, Iran to even Bhutan and Russia: Trump’s proposed new travel ban may hit up to 43 countries  The Indian Express

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2 w. ago Explained: Trump travel ban 2.0 to affect 43 countries including Afghanistan, Pakistan

Explained: Trump travel ban 2.0 to affect 43 countries including Afghanistan, Pakistan  The Indian Express

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