Immigration
Trump administration pauses US visa appointments worldwide amid sweeping immigration crackdown
While Trump campaigned in 2024 on a platform of stopping illegal immigration, his administration has also made legal immigration more difficult.
'Magic Deportation Bus': White House photoshops iconic cartoon while praising ICE raids in DC area
US Army sergeant's wife deported to Honduras as Trump continues immigration crackdown
US plans to revoke tourism and business visas of up to 200,000 foreigners - report
‘Why not go right to the heart of it?’: North American immigrants keep choosing Jerusalem
On Jerusalem Day, new Nefesh B’Nefesh figures show Jerusalem still attracting North American Olim, while one young immigrant’s story points to a less expected face of Aliyah to the capital.
US ICE official who worked at private prison firm will be agency's new acting head
"Dave Venturella will serve as acting ICE director following Todd Lyons' departure," the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, said in a statement.
Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center - report
A spokesperson for DHS, asked about the New York Times report, said the agency continues to evaluate detention needs and requirements to ensure they meet the latest operational requirements.
Naomi Shloush's 'Academic bimbo' confronts Mizrahi identity in modern Israel
Naomi Shloush’s book confronts identity, stigma, and the fragile space between belonging and exclusion
US reinstates deportation proceedings against pro-Palestinian student Mahdawi
A US immigration judge in February had rejected efforts by US President Donald Trump's administration to deport the Columbia University student, who was arrested last year.
South Africa’s anti-foreigner violence spreads as Nigerians seek way out
They were the first to apply to a new scheme to repatriate citizens launched by Nigeria's government, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, said.
Even in ceasefire, Israelis are still living with the war - from the editor
Israelis navigate loss, trauma, and rebuilding – revealing both resilience and hidden strain
US to allow denial of green card applicants over anti-Israel political opinions - NYT
Further, the Times noted that these officers are now being referred to as "homeland defenders" in job postings, with one calling candidates to "Protect your homeland and defend your culture."
Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app
Following US President Donald Trump's return to the White House, many migrants received an email terminating their parole and telling them it was "time for you to leave the United States."
First Bnei Menashe flight lands as Israel launches operation to complete community’s Aliyah
240 immigrants from northeastern India arrive under the “Wings of Dawn” initiative, with thousands more expected by 2030.
