M23 Rebels Capture Uvira, Shattering Trump's Historic DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal

December 13, 2025

M23 Rebels Capture Uvira, Shattering Trump's Historic DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal

Just days after signing a 'historic' peace deal in Washington, M23 rebels have taken control of Uvira in eastern DR Congo. The US blames Rwanda for backing the rebels, risking a deeper conflict in Africa's Great Lakes region.

US Accuses Rwanda of Fueling Deadly Rebel Offensive in Eastern Congo, Warns of Action

December 13, 2025

US Accuses Rwanda of Fueling Deadly Rebel Offensive in Eastern Congo, Warns of Action

US accuses Rwanda of breaking peace deal by supporting M23 rebels in eastern Congo. Over 400 civilians killed, and key city Uvira seized by rebels. US warns of consequences and urges restraint.

DHS Ends Family Reunification Parole Program for Seven Countries

December 13, 2025

DHS Ends Family Reunification Parole Program for Seven Countries

DHS has announced the end of all family reunification parole programs for aliens from seven countries, citing security risks and fraud concerns. Current parole ends by January 14, 2026, with conditions for those applying for permanent residency.

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clash, Says Trump

December 13, 2025

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clash, Says Trump

US President Donald Trump announced that Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to stop fighting from this evening. This follows recent deadly clashes that killed 20 and displaced 500,000 people. The two nations will return to the original peace agreement brokered by Trump and Malaysia's leader.

US Labor Secretary Cracks Down on H-1B Visa Abuses to Protect American Jobs

December 13, 2025

US Labor Secretary Cracks Down on H-1B Visa Abuses to Protect American Jobs

US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer announces a stronger clampdown on H-1B visa misuse. The Project Firewall targets wage suppression and protects domestic workers with nearly 200 investigations underway.