China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms Over $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan

December 27, 2025

China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms Over $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan

China hits 20 US defense companies and 10 top executives with sanctions. This comes after the US approved a $10 billion arms deal for Taiwan. Beijing freezes assets and bans business ties, warning of firm action to defend its sovereignty.

US Delays H-1B Visa Stamping; Indians Stuck Abroad Worry About US Houses, Jobs

December 27, 2025

US Delays H-1B Visa Stamping; Indians Stuck Abroad Worry About US Houses, Jobs

US consulates delay H-1B interviews by months, leaving Indians stranded abroad. Many wonder what to do with their US homes, cars, and jobs amid visa uncertainties.

US Visa Revocations Rise Suddenly Without Clear Reasons, Experts Warn Travel Risks

December 27, 2025

US Visa Revocations Rise Suddenly Without Clear Reasons, Experts Warn Travel Risks

US immigration attorneys report a sharp rise in visa revocations for H-1B, H-4, and F-1 holders, even those with old and disclosed cases. Experts advise against traveling overseas now.

Palestinian Driver Kills Two in Northern Israel; Attacker Shot, West Bank Raid Planned

December 27, 2025

Palestinian Driver Kills Two in Northern Israel; Attacker Shot, West Bank Raid Planned

A Palestinian man attacked in northern Israel, killing two and injuring another. The attacker was shot and is in hospital. Israeli forces plan a West Bank operation against further threats.

Israel First to Recognise Somaliland as Independent State, Signs Diplomatic Ties

December 27, 2025

Israel First to Recognise Somaliland as Independent State, Signs Diplomatic Ties

Israel officially recognises Somaliland as a sovereign state and establishes full diplomatic relations, marking a historic international first for Somaliland after 34 years of self-declared independence.