Trump immigration order to last 30-90 days, apply to permanent immigrants
Opponents saw the move as an attempt to use the crisis to fulfill a long-term Trump policy of goal of reducing legal and illegal immigration.
Wed Apr 22 2020
Cartoonist Zunar gets leave to challenge immigration order
The decision was made in chambers by Judge Datuk Mohd Zaki Abdul Wahab in the presence of Zunar's lawyers, N. Surendran and Latheefa Koya.
Fri Apr 14 2017
US Justice Dept appeals court ruling blocking Trump's revised travel ban
The US Justice Department on Friday filed a brief notice saying it would appeal a Maryland federal judge's ruling that halted a key portion of President Donald Trump's revised immigration order which
Sat Mar 18 2017
Trump says he will unveil overhauled immigration order next week
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will issue a new executive order to replace his controversial directive suspending travel to the United States.
Fri Feb 17 2017
U.S. court refuses to immediately restore Trump travel ban
A U.S. appeal court denied a request from the U.S. Department of Justice to immediately restore a immigration order from President Donald Trump barring citizens from 7 Muslim countries.
Sun Feb 05 2017
Seattle judge blocks Trump immigration order
The judge's temporary restraining order represents a major challenge to Trump's action, although his administration could still appeal the ruling and have the policy upheld.
Sat Feb 04 2017
Trump fires top government lawyer who defied immigration order
Yates said late on Monday that the Justice Department would not defend in court Trump's directive that put a 120-day hold on allowing refugees into the country.
Tue Jan 31 2017
After outcry, US loosens curb on re-entry by green card holders
The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees customs, border and immigration agencies, struggled to interpret and implement the order over the weekend.
Mon Jan 30 2017
Global backlash grows against Trump's immigration order
Governments from London and Berlin to Jakarta and Tehran spoke out against Trump's order.
Mon Jan 30 2017
Attorneys general from 15 US states, DC decry immigration order
Democratic attorneys general are expected to be a source of fierce resistance to Trump, much like Republican attorneys general opposed former President Barack Obama's policies.
Sun Jan 29 2017
Trump's immigration order stirs anger, protests
Protesters assemble at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017.
Sun Jan 29 2017
Google, Facebook show dismay on Trump immigration order
The comments underscore a growing rift between the Trump administration and several large U.S. technology companies.
Sun Jan 29 2017
Yemen 'dismayed' by Trump's immigration order
Yemen is "dismayed" by U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to temporarily ban its citizens from traveling to the United States, saying that the country was a victim of attacks itself.
Sun Jan 29 2017
US tech leaders sound alarm over Trump immigration order
The U.S. technology industry, a major employer of foreign workers, hit back on Saturday at President Donald Trump's sudden executive order on immigration.
Sun Jan 29 2017
High Court grants Pua leave for judicial review
Tony Pua is seeking a judicial review to challenge an Immigration order barring him from leaving the country.
Thu Oct 01 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024