Afghanistan security
US Revokes 85,000 Visas in 2023: Strengthening Public Safety Through Enhanced Immigration Enforcement
Dec 09, 2025 10:48 am CST
The United States has revoked 85,000 visas across multiple categories in 2023, doubling previous numbers, with 8,000 student visas included. Primary reasons for revocation include DUIs, assaults, and theft, as part of the State Department's intensified efforts to protect American communities. The Trump administration maintains stringent vetting procedures, particularly for applicants from high-risk environments such as Afghanistan, emphasizing that security checks will not be rushed.
Two Powerful Explosions Rock Central Kabul Amid Foreign Minister's India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 03:50 am CST
Two significant explosions occurred in central Kabul Thursday evening, with no casualties reported according to Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid. The incident coincided with Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's diplomatic visit to India, highlighting the ongoing challenges facing the Taliban government as it seeks broader international recognition beyond Russia.