U.S. pauses all applications for immigrants from 19 countries: report
The Hindu
U.S. halts immigration applications from 19 countries, affecting green cards and citizenship, due to prior bans.
The U.K. sanctions Russia's GRU over the Salisbury poisoning, holding Putin accountable for the tragic death of Dawn Sturgess.
FBI arrests a suspect in the 2021 pipe bomb investigation linked to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
A Bangladesh tribunal issues an arrest warrant for Sajib Wajed Joy, son of deposed PM Sheikh Hasina, over crimes against humanity.
Putin asserts Russia will seize Ukraine's Donbas region by force if Ukrainian troops do not withdraw, rejecting peace talks.
Israeli officials confirm the remains of a Thai hostage in Gaza have been returned, marking progress in the ceasefire agreement.
Pakistan to auction loss-making PIA airline on December 23, aiming for transparency and alignment with modern requirements.
India's IAF airlifts a 65-tonne Bailey Bridge to Sri Lanka, enhancing humanitarian aid amid Cyclone Ditwah's devastation.
Hong Kong removes scaffolding nets linked to a deadly fire, prioritizing public safety amid ongoing investigations and renovations.
Air Force pilot ejects safely before F-16 crash in California; injuries are non-life-threatening, investigation underway.
Putin's India visit 2025: Follow major updates from Russian President Putin's visit to India to meet PM Modi in The Hindu on December 4, 2025.
A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh, causing light tremors in Dhaka, but no casualties or damage reported.
Trump signs a peace accord with Rwanda and DRC leaders amid ongoing violence, aiming for U.S. control over critical minerals.
Honduras' Nasralla extends lead in presidential election as Trump criticizes voting integrity amid ongoing ballot counting delays.