US Visa Interviews Suspended; China Condemns New Iran Sanctions: SCMP's 7 Highlights

The South China Morning Post (SCMP) has published a roundup of seven significant stories from its recent reporting, covering a range of international issues. The top story focuses on the tightening of US immigration policies, with green card interviews suspended worldwide, new restrictions on student and work visas, and increased scrutiny of citizenship applications. The SCMP analysis details what these changes mean for legal immigrants planning to study, work, or settle in the United States. Other stories include catastrophic flash floods at the China-Nepal border and the dismissal of a Malaysian academic. The roundup also covers China's condemnation of fresh sanctions over Iran, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions. The compilation highlights the breadth of SCMP's coverage, from immigration and diplomacy to natural disasters and academic affairs.