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Schengen visa

EU tightens controls on Russian visa access

The European Commission has tightened Schengen visa rules for Russian citizens, limiting most new applicants to single-entry permits, citing security risks linked to the war in Ukraine.

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Hurricane Melissa damage

Storm damage hits 30% of Jamaica’s GDP

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reported that Hurricane Melissa left behind almost 5 million metric tons of debris across western Jamaica when it struck the island on 28 October.

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Venezuela

U.S. Senate stops resolution to block strike on Venezuela

U.S. Senate Republicans have blocked a resolution that would have barred President Donald Trump from launching military action against Venezuela without congressional approval, despite growing concern over recent U.S. strikes in the southern Caribbean.

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