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US to close watchdog office for federal immigration detention abuses

US to close watchdog office for federal immigration detention abuses

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, May 5 (Reuters) - A U.S. watchdog office for federal detention abuses was being closed, President Donald Trump's administration said on Tuesday.

Federal Judge Criticizes Trump Administration for False Smear Over Immigration Ruling

Federal Judge Criticizes Trump Administration for False Smear Over Immigration Ruling

U.S. District Judge Melissa DuBose has criticized the Trump administration for a 'patently false' public statement regarding her immigration ruling. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a press release accusing Judge DuBose of releasing a violent criminal, which she refuted as false. The statement remained on the DHS website despite her objections, leading to a contempt hearing. The controversy centers around the release of Bryan Rafael Gomez from ICE custody, which DHS claimed was a threat to public safety. Judge DuBose highlighted the misinformation and its potential risks to judicial security.

Lebanese PM says premature to talk of any high-level meeting with Israel

Lebanese PM says premature to talk of any high-level meeting with Israel

BEIRUT, May 6 (Reuters) - Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said it is premature to talk of any high-level meeting between Lebanon and Israel, comments underlining the dim chances of one being held soon as hoped for by U.S. President Donald Trump.

US DOJ says UCLA's medical school favors Black, Hispanic applicants in admission

US DOJ says UCLA's medical school favors Black, Hispanic applicants in admission

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, May 6 (Reuters) - The U.S.

US gasoline prices top $4.50 a gallon as summer driving season nears

US gasoline prices top $4.50 a gallon as summer driving season nears

By Anushree Mukherjee May 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. national average retail price of gasoline surpassed $4.50 a gallon on Tuesday for the first time since July 2022, data from GasBuddy showed, as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran kept disrupting a substantial portion of global oil supplies shipped through

France moves aircraft carrier group toward Strait of Hormuz for possible defensive mission

France moves aircraft carrier group toward Strait of Hormuz for possible defensive mission

France’s aircraft carrier strike group is moving south of the Suez Canal into the Red Sea

Concerns Over US-Iran Deal: Israeli Officials Warn of Unmet War Goals

Concerns Over US-Iran Deal: Israeli Officials Warn of Unmet War Goals

Israeli officials have expressed concerns over the emerging agreement between the United States and Iran, fearing it will not adequately address Tehran's ballistic missile development or its support for regional proxies. The proposed deal is seen as potentially undermining the Israeli Defense Forces' (IDF) operational freedom in Lebanon and failing to meet the objectives set at the start of the conflict, such as dismantling Iran's nuclear capabilities and missile arsenal. The agreement is also criticized for potentially unfreezing billions of dollars for Iran, which could be used to bolster its military and proxy forces. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's assurances that Iran will never acquire nuclear weapons, Israeli officials remain skeptical, drawing parallels to previous agreements that included sunset clauses.

The Latest: Trump says he has paused effort to guide vessels from the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump says he has paused effort to guide vessels from the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump says he has paused the effort to guide vessels from the Strait of Hormuz to finalize a deal with Iran to end the war

Federal Government to End Special Student Relief for International Students

Federal Government to End Special Student Relief for International Students

The U.S. federal government is set to phase out the Special Student Relief (SSR) designations, which provide regulatory flexibility for international students from crisis-affected countries. These designations, managed by the Department of Homeland Security, allow eligible students to reduce their course loads and work more hours to cope with financial strains. Since January 2025, 15 SSR designations have expired without renewal, and no new countries have been added. The last remaining designation, for students from Lebanon, will expire on May 27.

Lebanon's most senior Shi'ite politician says no to negotiations with Israel until war stops

Lebanon's most senior Shi'ite politician says no to negotiations with Israel until war stops

BEIRUT, May 4 (Reuters) - Lebanon's parliament speaker, who is the most senior Shi'ite politician and a close ally of Hezbollah, said on Monday there could be no negotiations with Israel without a halt to the war that has raged on in southern Lebanon in spite of a ceasefire.

U.S. Judge Blocks DHS from Ending Immigration Protections for Yemeni Nationals

U.S. Judge Blocks DHS from Ending Immigration Protections for Yemeni Nationals

U.S. District Judge Dale Ho of the Southern District of New York has ruled that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) must consult with other federal agencies before terminating the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for Yemen. This program has been in place since the onset of the Yemeni civil war, allowing Yemeni nationals to legally reside and work in the United States. The decision comes as a significant legal development, ensuring that the DHS follows the required legal procedures before making changes to the TPS program. The ruling highlights the importance of inter-agency consultation in immigration policy decisions, particularly those affecting individuals from conflict zones.

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces are guiding commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began