
US Implements Permanent Visa Bond Requirement for Citizens of 50 Countries Including Key Emerging Markets
The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to reduce visa misuse, excluding Russia.

The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to reduce visa misuse, excluding Russia.

Ukraine seeks an urgent UN Security Council meeting after Russia's attacks on Black Sea commercial vessels threaten global food security and trade routes.

German and US foreign ministers reaffirmed their partnership and discussed NATO contributions and support for Ukraine amid global economic and geopolitical challenges.

Bolivia and the US sign their first drug control agreement since 2008, marking renewed cooperation amid longstanding diplomatic tensions and aiming to curb cocaine trafficking.

The EU and Mexico have signed a sweeping trade agreement eliminating most tariffs and easing trade barriers, aiming to boost exports, investments, and bilateral cooperation.