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USCIS to reject outdated work‑visa petitions starting April 1; employers warned to use updated forms

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued an alert that beginning April 1, petitions using older editions of key work‑visa forms will be automatically rejected, complicating filings for H‑1B and other temporary visa categories.

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Israel builds quiet regional bloc against Iran, signals strategic shift in Middle East

PM Netanyahu hints at undisclosed alliances with Arab nations as Israel claims major blows to Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.

Australia PM Albanese warns of prolonged economic impact in address on Iran crisis

In a rare national address, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warned Australians of months of economic strain due to the Iran conflict, urging calm, fuel conservation, and outlining relief measures to manage rising costs and supply disruptions.

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Russian An-26 crash in Crimea kills all 29 onboard, technical fault suspected

Military transport aircraft crashes into Crimea cliff as probe focuses on possible technical failure.

Iran’s IRGC threatens to target 18 US companies including Google, Apple, Tesla

IRGC warns 18 US firms of strikes, says they will be targeted if Iranian leaders are killed and asks employees to leave facilities.

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba after months, carrying over 7.3 lakh barrels

Arrival of vessel marks rare shipment amid ongoing conflict-linked disruptions, highlighting shifts in global oil flows and renewed Moscow-Havana energy ties.

Iran tightens control over Strait of Hormuz after a month of war

Ship traffic drops sharply as vessels move only along Iran-approved routes, highlighting Tehran’s growing grip on one of the world’s most critical oil transit corridors.