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US heightens security, issues new guidelines for aliens
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued a fresh set of guidelines in wake of the shooting of two national guards by an Afghan person on the eve of Thanksgiving in the United States. The new policy guidance would authorise USCIS officials to consider country-specific factors from 19 countries when reviewing immigration requests.
National Guard soldier dies in White House shooting: Trump
The shooting happened on Thursday, just blocks from the White House, in what officials have described as a deliberate act.
JD Vance shares warm Thanksgiving message
"Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I'm grateful for all of you, for the people who keep us safe, for our incredible country, and most of all for the grace of God and my beautiful family! Don't eat too much!" Vance wrote on X, adding a light-hearted reminder as people prepared for holiday meals.
Mamdani shares “weirdest” thing he saw at White House
Zohran Mamdani said he noticed a "UFC" book during his White House meeting with US President Donald Trump and learned the South Lawn will host a UFC event in 2026. He later reaffirmed calling Trump a "fascist," even after a viral light-hearted exchange between them.
Trump urges Japan PM Takaichi to ease tone on Taiwan
Trump told Japanese PM Takaichi in a phone call not to escalate tensions with China over Taiwan, Kyodo News reported. He suggested she soften her remarks, which had angered Beijing, while Japanese officials worried the issue could affect Trump's recent diplomatic thaw with Xi.
Trump condemns DC shooting as “horrific assault”
US President Donald Trump condemned the shooting of two National Guard soldiers near the White House, calling it an act of terror. The Afghan suspect was critically injured. Both soldiers remain in critical condition as authorities investigate the attack and review immigration policies linked to the suspect.
US: FDA flags several India manufactured cookware with possibilit
America's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers about 19 types of cookware, several of which are made in India out of aluminum and alloys that risk leaching of lead into food CBS reported on Thursday.
US halts Afghan immigration after DC National Guard shooting
The US has halted all immigration processing for Afghan nationals after two National Guard members were shot near the White House. President Trump called the attack "an act of terror" and said the suspect arrived in 2021, urging a review of all Afghans who entered the country.
DC shooting suspect identified as Afghan national
Two National Guard members were critically injured in a shooting near the White House. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was also wounded. The FBI is probing it as a possible terror attack, and officials say the Guardsmen remain in critical condition as doctors work to stabilise them.
Trump calls gunning of National Guards, "act of terror"
US President Donald Trump came down heavily after two National Guards were shot at point-blank range in the national capital on the eve of the thanksgiving holiday. Calling it an act of terror, he said swift and certain action would be taken and shared that the suspect was an Afghan as per information by the Homeland security.
ICE detains Karoline Leavitt’s nephew's mother
The Trump administration confirmed on Wednesday that immigration authorities have detained the mother of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew and are in the process of being removed from the country
Mayor calls shooting of 2 National Guardsmen “targeted shooting"
Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser condemned what she described as a "targeted shooting" that left two members of the West Virginia National Guard critically wounded on Wednesday.
Trump to deploy 500 additional National Guard troops to DC
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth announced that President Donald Trump has directed the deployment of 500 additional National Guard troops to Washington, DC, following the shooting of two Guardsmen near the White House.
"South Africa will NOT be receiving an invitation to 2026 G20"
US President Donald Trump has said that South Africa will not be invited to the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami, announcing the decision while sharply criticising the South African government over what he described as "horrific Human rights abuses."
Shooting near White House injures several
Several people were shot on Wednesday (local time) in downtown Washington, DC, and among the wounded are at least two members of the US National Guard, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with early reports.
'Will be pleasantly surprised by actions of President Xi': Trump
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism after his conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping and said that he held discussions on a lot of areas, including trade and his visit to China in April next year.
Trump pardons turkeys Gobble, Waddle
President Donald Trump continued the long-standing White House tradition of pardoning two turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving, granting clemency to birds named Waddle and Gobble during a ceremony marked by humour and political barbs.
Ukraine–Russia peace deal nears as Kyiv agrees to "core terms" of
The official, speaking as US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll held talks with Russian representatives in Abu Dhabi, said, "The Ukrainians have agreed to the peace deal. There are some minor details to be sorted out but they have agreed to a peace deal."
Trump to visit China in April on Xi invite
President Trump also announced that he would host the Chinese leader for a state visit in the United States later in 2026. He said that the US' relationship with China is "extremely strong" and that that he has accepted an invitation by Xi to visit Beijing in April 2026.
Russia launches deadly missile and drone barrage on Kyiv
Russia launched a major missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least six and injuring several others shortly after Ukraine and the US ended peace talks in Geneva. Air defences were activated, buildings were damaged and outages reported, while Zelensky urged stronger international support.
Ambassador Kwatra highlights opportunities for science, tech, AI
India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Congressman Jay Obernolte and held discussions with him to enhance the cooperation between India and the US in areas such as science, technology, artificial intelligence and innovation.
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US halts Afghan immigration after DC National Guard shooting
DC shooting suspect identified as Afghan national
Trump calls gunning of National Guards, "act of terror"
ICE detains Karoline Leavitt’s nephew's mother
Mayor calls shooting of 2 National Guardsmen “targeted shooting"
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