A federal appeals court overruled a lower court judge and reinstated the Trump administration’s nationwide expedited removal policy for eligible undocumented immigrants.
Category: International
Letitia James Expresses Disappointment as Mamdani-Backed Socialists Win NY Primaries
New York Attorney General Letitia James publicly criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani after progressive candidates he endorsed swept Democratic primaries across New York state.
Japan Accelerating Military Buildup Despite Shrinking and Reluctant Recruitment Base
Japan’s expanding defence program is colliding with a demographic crisis and public reluctance to enlist, raising questions about long-term sustainability.
US-Backed IMEC Corridor Faces Rethink as Iran War Closed Key Waters
The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor relied on shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz that the Iran war effectively closed, prompting route reassessment.
WHO and International Federation of Red Cross Warn of Serious Health Risks Across Europe
Amid the unprecedented European heat dome, international health bodies issued emergency warnings citing severe risks to vulnerable populations.
Trump Has Testy Meeting with GOP Senators Over Iran War Powers Resolution
The president raised his voice and told Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy to sit down during a contentious meeting; Cassidy later said he ‘lost his temper’ in response.
Iran War Costs Estimated at $34-42 Billion with Congress Facing Major Battle Over Funding
A CSIS analysis found that neither the FY2026 nor FY2027 defence budgets included war costs, putting Congress in a difficult position over war spending.
Shipping Traffic in Strait of Hormuz Increases as US-Iran Tensions Ease
MarineTraffic data shows multiple vessels transiting the strait daily as the US-Iran MOU enables gradual reopening; before the war 110 vessels transited daily.
Myanmar War Deepens Civilian Catastrophe as Fighting Intensifies
The ongoing conflict in Myanmar continued to inflict severe humanitarian costs on civilian populations with no end in sight.
Sudan: UN Rights Chief Reports Over 1000 Civilians Killed by Drone Strikes in 2026
Volker Türk told the UN Human Rights Council that drone strikes killed more than 1,000 civilians in Sudan in just the first five months of 2026.