USAID

Federal Appeals Court Clears Path for Elon Musk and DOGE to Proceed with USAID Shutdown

In a landmark decision on Friday, a federal appeals court ruled in favor of Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), allowing them to continue efforts to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The ruling by...
Afghan Women

Afghan Women in Oman Face Deportation After U.S. Cancels Scholarship Program

More than 80 Afghan women who fled the Taliban to pursue higher education in Oman now face the prospect of imminent deportation after the abrupt cancellation of their U.S.-funded scholarships. The decision, part of the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to...
USAID

Trump Administration’s Moves Could Gut USAID, Spark Global Humanitarian Setback

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), a critical player in global development and humanitarian relief, finds itself in turbulent waters as President Donald Trump’s administration explores moves that could significantly weaken or even dismantle the agency. According to...
Azerbaijan

US Spy’ Rhetoric and Journalist Arrests in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan's pro-government media has been expressing strong anti-U.S. sentiment, with the government considering banning USAID's activities. Azerbaijan's refusal of Western mediation in peace talks with Armenia has led to the arrest of a fourth media manager, indicating a preference for...