Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in the United States face legal uncertainty under immigration crackdown

WASHINGTON, Nov 23 – Thousands of Ukrainians who fled the war and found temporary refuge in the United States are now confronting a new crisis, one created not by conflict overseas but by stalled immigration decisions at home. As processing delays stretch for months, many individuals who once felt a measure of safety now live … Read more

Western leaders see US proposal as a starting point but say more work is needed

KYIV, Nov 22 – European and other Western governments are trying to carefully navigate a difficult diplomatic moment as they respond to a peace plan offered by the United States for ending the war in Ukraine. While many leaders say the proposal provides a starting point for negotiations, they also stress that substantial revisions are needed … Read more

Trump extends cordial reception to New York mayor elect Mamdani during White House visit

WASHINGTON, Nov 21 – President Donald Trump and New York City mayor elect Zohran Mamdani shared smiles, compliments, and a promise to work together during a friendly meeting at the White House on Friday. Their encounter, which came after months of public sparring, contrasted sharply with their earlier exchanges that were often filled with harsh … Read more

President Trump signs bill to release Epstein files

WASHINGTON, Nov 19 – President Donald Trump has approved legislation that directs the Justice Department to make public a collection of long guarded documents tied to the federal investigation of Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier whose crimes and later death in custody continue to fuel widespread mistrust and speculation. The bill, which Trump recently signed … Read more

Trump defends Saudi crown prince, rejecting US intelligence view on Khashoggi killing

WASHINGTON, Nov 18 – President Donald Trump offered a vigorous defense of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during the prince’s high profile visit to Washington, firmly insisting that the Saudi leader had no knowledge of the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The remarks, delivered in the Oval Office, directly conflicted with the long … Read more

US judge rejects monopoly claim, letting Meta maintain Instagram and WhatsApp

November 18 – Facebook parent company Meta Platforms (META.O) overcame a major antitrust challenge when a federal judge declined to unwind its purchases of Instagram and WhatsApp, ruling that the company does not hold a monopoly over social media in the United States. The decision delivered a significant win for Meta and marked the first clear … Read more

Saudi crown prince heads to the US with defence, AI and nuclear matters in focus

RIYADH/WASHINGTON, Nov 17 – Saudi Arabia’s crown prince is preparing for a closely watched visit to the White House, marking his first appearance in the United States since the global controversy that followed the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi. The trip comes at a moment when both countries are trying to reinforce a partnership that … Read more

Trump now supports releasing Epstein documents, urges Republicans to vote in favor

WASHINGTON, Nov 16 – President Donald Trump shifted his position on Sunday and called on Republicans in the House of Representatives to support the release of long requested files connected to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The appeal, delivered through a post on his Truth Social account, represented a notable change … Read more

Trump’s Teflon tested as Epstein saga shadows 2026 bid

Trump's Teflon tested as Epstein saga looms over 2026 campaign

WASHINGTON, Nov 15 – President Donald Trump was eager to declare victory after the record breaking government shutdown finally ended on his terms. But almost immediately, his celebration was eclipsed by a familiar controversy that has refused to fade. A newly released batch of emails from House Democrats revived long running questions about Trump’s association … Read more

Wall Street ends the day divided as investors await the Nvidia report

New York, Nov 14 – Wall Street closed out the session on Friday with a mixed performance as investors shifted their focus toward next week, when Nvidia is set to release its quarterly earnings. The anticipation surrounding the chipmaking giant added to an already tense atmosphere in the market, where concerns about interest rate cuts … Read more