The US State Department has announced visa bans on owners, executives, and senior officials of India-based travel agencies accused of helping people enter the United States illegally.
A spokesperson, Tammy Bruce, said the agencies were “knowingly facilitating illegal immigration” but did not reveal the names of the banned individuals or the travel agencies involved.
The bans target those identified by US Consular Affairs and the Diplomatic Security Service in India as part of human smuggling and trafficking networks. The restrictions even apply to people who would normally qualify for the Visa Waiver Program, which allows tourists to visit the US without a visa for up to 90 days.
Bruce emphasized that enforcing immigration laws is vital for protecting the rule of law and Americans.
Since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, the US government has increased efforts to crack down on illegal immigration, including deporting thousands, sometimes despite court rulings.
US embassies worldwide have been warning visa holders not to overstay their visas, warning of deportation and permanent bans for violators.
Canada has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to parts of the Middle East, citing heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The warning comes amid ongoing military exchanges that have raised fears of broader regional instability.
Azerbaijan’s Prosecutor General Kamran Aliyev met with Türkiye’s Chief Ombudsman Mehmet Akarca in Baku on June 17 to discuss expanding bilateral legal cooperation and advancing human rights protection.
Ukraine called for more support during the G7 summit in Canada. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a direct appeal at the two-day gathering, while Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney announced fresh sanctions on Russia and a major new aid package for Kyiv.
The question of whether the United States will join Israel militarily through direct troop deployments has become one of the most pressing foreign policy issues of 2025.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has alleged that Meta Platforms offered signing bonuses as high as $100 million to OpenAI employees in an attempt to recruit top talent, underscoring the intensifying competition among tech firms for artificial intelligence expertise.
Canada has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to parts of the Middle East, citing heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The warning comes amid ongoing military exchanges that have raised fears of broader regional instability.
The two ministers expressed mutual interest in enhancing strategic partnerships and fostering long-term economic collaboration between Azerbaijan and Austria.
The 176th General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) has formally registered World Expo 2030 Riyadh. Organised under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow”, Expo 2030 Riyadh will take place in the capital of Saudi Arabia between 1 October 2030 and 31 March 2031.
Azerbaijan’s Prosecutor General Kamran Aliyev met with Türkiye’s Chief Ombudsman Mehmet Akarca in Baku on June 17 to discuss expanding bilateral legal cooperation and advancing human rights protection.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly denied claims that the United States played any role in mediating the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, according to India's top diplomat.
Peace is no longer a dream. It is a discussion. On the streets of Baku and Yerevan, it is also a question, of trust, of foreign interests, and of who truly wants it.
Pakistan will begin its first freight train service to Russia from Lahore on June 22. The route is part of the INSTC and aims to connect Pakistan's rail network with Central Asia, establishing a new trade corridor via Iran, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan.
Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has cancelled certain flights scheduled for 13th and 14th June amid recent escalation of situation in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in several countries for security reasons.
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Berlin is preparing a new bill to accelerate arms purchases and prioritize domestic weapons production, aiming to respond swiftly to growing security threats triggered by the Russia-Ukraine war.
Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon Hee is under a scrutiny following revelations that she used a secure presidential phone line to speak with a top aide just weeks before being questioned in a major stock price manipulation and bribery probe.
The French city of Lyon has introduced new restrictions on car traffic in its historic center as part of a broader plan to reduce air pollution and prioritize sustainable urban living.
South Korea and Japan have agreed to deepen their cooperation with the United States in addressing regional security challenges, including North Korea, during a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada, according to local media reports.
As tensions soar between Israel and Iran, China has voiced strong opposition to further escalation and warned that deepening the conflict benefits no one.
Canada has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to parts of the Middle East, citing heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The warning comes amid ongoing military exchanges that have raised fears of broader regional instability.
The two ministers expressed mutual interest in enhancing strategic partnerships and fostering long-term economic collaboration between Azerbaijan and Austria.
The 176th General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) has formally registered World Expo 2030 Riyadh. Organised under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow”, Expo 2030 Riyadh will take place in the capital of Saudi Arabia between 1 October 2030 and 31 March 2031.
Azerbaijan’s Prosecutor General Kamran Aliyev met with Türkiye’s Chief Ombudsman Mehmet Akarca in Baku on June 17 to discuss expanding bilateral legal cooperation and advancing human rights protection.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly denied claims that the United States played any role in mediating the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, according to India's top diplomat.
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