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75-country Green Card ban illegal, rules Indian-American judge Amit Mehta; DHS says Trump upholding highest standards

The ongoing Green Card freeze on 75 countries received a blow from a district court as Indian-American judge Amit Mehta, who was appointed by former president Barack Obama, called it illegal.

The Times of India

From Havana to American Streets: Rubio Unpacks Foreign-Funded U.S. Protests, Lays Out Venezuela Recovery Plan

Rubio details a phased Venezuela recovery plan and brands Cuba an "espionage superpower" — but key facts complicate both claims.

Latin Times

ICC War Crimes Dispute: White House Official Reportedly Calls International Criminal Court 'Insane'

The Trump administration's aggressive stance against the International Criminal Court raises questions about fears of prosecution and its impact on global human rights enforcement.

International Business Times UK

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How Iraqi engineer Azzam Alwash left California to restore Iraq's ancient marshes after decades of destruction

In 2003, Azzam Alwash, an Iraqi-born civil engineer who had spent decades building a comfortable life in California, left his wife and two daughters in Los Angeles and returned to a country still in the middle of war, determined to undo one of the most deliberate environmental disasters of the…

The Times of India

US to require up to $20,000 visa bonds from mostly African countries

The formal announcement is expected on Monday, coinciding with the program's permanent implementation

The Independent UK

US state department uses AI-generated map that mislabels African countries at Brazil conference

A map of Africa shown during a US State Department presentation at an international health conference in Brazil incorrectly placed and labelled every country on the continent, drawing attention from attendees and prompting widespread online discussion.

The Times of India

Trump Staff Cuts Blamed After Watermarked OpenAI Map Mislabels Africa at AIDS Conference

A US State Department map made with OpenAI tools mislabelled every African country at the AIDS 2026 summit, and a former official blamed Trump's deep staffing cuts.

International Business Times UK

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US government map of Africa mislabels every country at global conference

DAKAR — A US government map of Africa mislabelled every country during a State Department presentation at a global conference taking place in Brazil this week, causing a stir among attendees who took screenshots and posted them online.

Bangkok Post

Donald Trump Commemorative Passport Has One Little-Known Loophole if You Don't Want His Portrait

The State Department expands the rollout of a new commemorative passport featuring President Trump's portrait, sparking public debate and high demand despite the complex application process.

International Business Times UK

US State Department Outlines AI Expansion Strategy in New Enterprise Playbook

The US State Department's Generative AI Playbook outlines the development and expansion of StateChat, an AI chatbot, across diplomatic posts, offering a model for federal AI integration.

International Business Times UK

US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks set for August 4-6 in Rome

The US State Department confirmed Monday that the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon will be held in Rome on August 4 through 6, as Israel prepares to withdraw from two "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani first announced the next round of US-on…

The Economic Times

US looks to boost anti-China spending worldwide by hundreds of millions, documents say

The Trump administration is preparing to ramp up funding by hundreds of millions of dollars for programs designed to counter China’s growing influence worldwide

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: At least 10 killed as Putin launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv’s drone exhibition

At least five people were killed in the city of Sloviansk, in addition to those in Kyiv

The Independent UK

Professor 'worried' after quote in 'AI' US government report 'justifying Cuba siege'

AN academic has revealed how he was “worried” after learning that he was cited in an official US State Department report which is seen as…

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Salon

Antifa terrorism threat doesn't exist

The Trump administration made up a group to spread fear and conspiracy theories

The Conversation

The antifa terrorism threat the Trump administration describes does not exist

The State Department on July 16, 2026, hosted what officials billed as a ministerial on the resurgence of left-wing political terrorism.

The Independent UK

Trump’s State Department cites ‘blacklists’ and McCarthyism in memo labeling leftists ‘front groups’ for communist Cuba

New report approvingly cites Red Scare-era tactics to crack down on dissent from leftists including elected officials and the DSA

Salon

Trump admin pushes aid for Afrikaners

Trump's State Department has prioritized aid for white South Africans and anti-communist organizations

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France 24

Lebanese army deploys to three southern villages under US-backed security framework

The Lebanese army began assuming security responsibilities in three southern villages on Monday under a US-backed pilot initiative, the State Department said. Operations in Froun, Srifa and Zawtar al-Gharbiya mark the first implementation of a framework aimed at enabling a phased Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's disarmament.

International Business Times UK

Trump Claims Iran 'Lost Everything' Right After They Kill 3 US Troops, Then Flees Press Mid-Sentence

Donald Trump cut off questions and walked away from reporters after being pressed about the length of his Iran war and the deaths of three US troops, insisting Tehran had 'lost everything' militarily.

International Business Times UK

State Department Issues Worldwide Travel Warning After Iran Kills Two US Troops

The US State Department has issued a worldwide travel warning after two US troops were killed in Jordan, urging Americans abroad to exercise increased caution amid rising threats linked to Iran.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump says Tehran will pay ‘many times over’ for US soldier deaths as Iran targets Kuwait

Oil prices climb above $90 a barrel after Iranian military targets two tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Roll Call

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

Benzinga

Trump Administration Weighs $100,000 Green Card Bond Under Latest Immigration Crackdown

The Trump administration is reportedly considering a $100,000 bond for green card applications, as it intensifies its immigration crackdown.

The Economic Times

Trump administration weighs $100,000 bond for some green card applicants

The Trump administration is considering a $100,000 bond for some green card applicants. This proposal aims to ensure immigrants can financially support themselves in the United States. Applicants would likely receive the bond back after becoming US citizens, which takes years. Immigration lawyers express concerns that this could prevent lower-income…

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