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.

December 13, 2025

Turkish Car Ferry Hit by Strike at Ukraine's Odesa Port, Fire Breaks Out

A Turkish car ferry carrying food supplies caught fire after a strike hit it at Ukraine's Odesa port. Ukraine blames Russia, which has not responded. No crew injuries reported.

December 13, 2025

EU Freeszes €210bn Russian Assets Indefinitely to Help Ukraine; Russia Sues Euroclear

The EU has decided to freeze €210bn of Russian assets indefinitely to support Ukraine. Russia countered by suing Euroclear, which holds the frozen funds. The move removes six-month renewals, blocking veto threats, but some EU countries like Belgium remain cautious.

December 13, 2025

Colombia’s ELN Guerrillas Order 3-Day Civilian Lockdown Over Trump’s Cocaine Attack Threat

Colombia’s ELN guerrilla group has told civilians to remain indoors for three days starting Sunday. This move follows US President Donald Trump’s threat to attack any country producing cocaine sold to the US. The ELN vows to defend its territory amid rising tensions in the region, especially with US pressure on Venezuela.

December 13, 2025

Russian Missile Hits Turkish Ship at Odesa Port, Turkey Urges Stop to Attacks

A Russian missile hit a Turkish ship at Ukraine's Odesa port, causing damage but no casualties. Turkey demands an end to attacks on civilian infrastructure, following talks between Presidents Erdogan and Putin.