Documents suggest that Moscow is still sending Kenyans to the battlefield, contradicting assurances given to Kenya's Foreign CS Musalia Mudavadi. This raises concerns about the safety and recruitment of foreign nationals in the conflict.
Bosnian Minister Forto has ordered that foreign nationals be permitted to take driving examinations with the assistance of translators. This measure aims to facilitate the process for non-native speakers seeking to obtain a driver's license in the country.
The South African Police Service has condemned recent attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other foreign residents in the country, describing the incidents as unlawful and against the principles of democracy.
Authorities in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, have detained more foreign nationals in connection with alleged scam operations, as part of an ongoing crackdown.
A government study indicates that seven out of ten foreign nationals hold a favorable view of South Korea's cultural content, with K-pop consistently recognized as the country's most representative cultural aspect for the ninth year.
Fifty foreign nationals have been arrested in Negombo, Sri Lanka, for overstaying their visas. The arrests were part of an operation targeting individuals violating immigration laws.
Indonesian immigration authorities have apprehended 78 foreign nationals found working at the GIIC industrial complex without proper permits. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to enforce labor and immigration laws.
Croatian police raided a construction site in Koprivnica, uncovering irregularities concerning foreign workers' permits and employment. Authorities announced increased controls on foreign nationals' work legality.
A 56-year-old Romanian man was arrested near Oriovac, Croatia, on charges of human smuggling and document forgery. He was found transporting several foreign nationals in his car's trunk and using a fake Dutch driving license.
The popular South Korean dating reality program 'I Am Solo' is now accepting applications from single foreign nationals residing in Korea who are fluent in Korean, aiming to diversify its cast.
Statistics from 2019 to 2025 show that Icelandic citizens constitute the majority of individuals suspected of crimes in Iceland, accounting for 64% of cases, while foreign nationals make up 36%.
Three foreign nationals have been indicted on charges of attempting to smuggle yaba, a new type of drug valued at 2.2 billion won ($1.48 million), into South Korea via international mail. The indictment was made by prosecutors in Incheon.
Police in Ogun State, Nigeria, have busted a transnational fraud syndicate operating a deceptive travel scheme, rescuing nine foreign nationals and arresting two suspects.
India's Foreign Ministry announced the evacuation of 1,777 Indian nationals from Iran, facilitated via Armenia and Azerbaijan, with assistance also provided to two foreign nationals.
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) has called for adequate consultation with all stakeholders before a bill regulating the acquisition of immovable property by foreign nationals proceeds to a parliamentary vote, warning of potential negative impacts.
Two individuals, previously declared wanted for various criminal offenses, have been apprehended in Vlorë; one is accused of forcibly stealing jewelry, money, and cell phones from three foreign nationals, while the other was convicted for drug-related charges.
An overnight raid on a scam center in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, resulted in the detention of 20 foreign nationals. The operation targeted illegal activities associated with the center.
Nigeria's federal government has identified 840,290 foreign nationals who have overstayed their visas in the country. This discovery was made possible through an upgraded system, according to Tunji-Ojo.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sharply criticized Spain and other European NATO allies for their limited support in the war with Iran, calling their alleged lack of assistance 'very disappointing' and suggesting Washington might reassess its relationship with the alliance after the conflict concludes, questioning the benefits of the alliance for the US.
The number of homicide suspects in Austria has increased since 2015, with a disproportionate rise among foreign nationals, and women now constitute the majority of victims, prompting questions about the role of migration.
Cyprus has inaugurated the initial section of its new pre-removal detention center for migrants at Limnes, with the complete transfer of foreign nationals previously held at Menogeia already finalized.
An Indian court has agreed with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on the necessity to probe the objective of drones and potential rebel links following the arrest of seven foreign nationals.
Montenegrin border police conducted intensive checks on foreign citizens' residency, resulting in orders for 13 foreign nationals to return to their countries of origin.
The BTS concert 'BTS The Comeback Live Arirang' garnered 18.4 million viewers worldwide on Netflix and drew over 100,000 fans to central Seoul. Data now shows approximately 1 in 4 attendees at the Gwanghwamun Square concert on March 21 were foreign nationals, with Thailand having the largest share.
A serious incident involving a violent clash between two foreign nationals occurred in a business establishment in Agios Panteleimon, central Athens, resulting in one 58-year-old seriously injured person and one arrest.
The number of foreign nationals suspected of organized crime in Poland, particularly from Georgia, Belarus, and Armenia, has nearly doubled in a year, with police actively targeting Russian-speaking gangs.
Slovakia has implemented a dual pricing system for diesel fuel, where foreign nationals will pay more than local residents, in an effort to soften the impact of rising fuel costs for its citizens.
Slovenia has introduced fuel restrictions, limiting purchases to 50 liters per person, due to supply issues, with the military assisting in regulation and potential restrictions for foreign nationals under consideration.
An Accra High Court has sentenced 106 foreign nationals to prison for illegally entering Ghana, underscoring the government’s strict enforcement of immigration laws.
Two members of a criminal group, identified as minor foreign nationals, have been arrested in Thessaloniki, Greece, in connection with a series of robberies targeting convenience stores in the eastern part of the city.
Kosovo authorities arrested three foreign nationals (two Belarusians and one Russian) and one Albanian citizen on February 10, 2026, on suspicion of planning a murder in Albania. The arrests were linked to a member of the Inez Hajrulla gang.
Seven foreign nationals including an American are in NIA custody after a Delhi court granted the anti-terror agency 11 days to investigate an alleged conspiracy to train ethnic armed groups in drone…
At least three foreign nationals were arrested in Dubai by authorities for sending photos of recent strikes to their families and friends to show they were safe.
Foreign nationals from Africa, India, and China are among those accused of illegally voting in the United States for years, raising concerns about election integrity.
Police say the victims were intercepted during a stop-and-search operation while being moved for cross-border exploitation.
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A 56-year-old man in Durrës, Albania, is being prosecuted for illegally sheltering 63 foreign nationals in poor hygienic conditions at his property, suspected of human trafficking and illegal employment.
A man from Tuzi, Montenegro, was arrested on suspicion of smuggling five foreign nationals, facilitating their transit through Montenegrin territory for financial gain with the intent of reaching Western European countries.
Abu Dhabi police announced the arrest of 45 individuals, including foreign nationals, for circulating false news, audio messages, videos, and sharing location information on social media. The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to combat misinformation.
Ethnic Serbs in Kosovo, many of whom retain Serbian citizenship, express fears that the enforcement of Kosovo's Law on Foreigners will lead to them being treated as foreign nationals and facing significant restrictions.
Singapore's second RSAF evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia has arrived in Singapore. After prioritizing Singaporean citizens, available seats on the flight were extended to foreign nationals.
Expatriates and foreign nationals in Dubai are reportedly planning to leave the city, fearing for their lives and jobs as rockets continue to fall in the region.
New regulations in Poland will phase out the special law for Ukrainian citizens, aligning their status with other foreign nationals. Companies are advised to prepare for these changes to ensure continuity of employment and avoid penalties for illegal work.
Non-EU nationals who have been unable to return to Cyprus due to the aviation disruption caused by the US-led war against Iran will have their residency documents and entry visas automatically…
Since the American-Israeli attack on Iran began, at least 11 civilians have been killed in oil-rich Gulf countries. All but one of them were foreign nationals.
In response to whether the panel might consider restricting foreign nationals’ access to groundwater, a land ministry official said discrimination was not the goal.
The trial of eight individuals and two companies, including former transport minister Marios Demetriades, in connection with issuing Cypriot passports to foreign nationals, was adjourned on Monday until July 8 at 9.30am. The procedure was set to begin on Monday before the Nicosia criminal court, however it was adjourned due to the court’s workload. The defendants […]
A driver struck three women walking on a sidewalk in Dębnica Kaszubska, killing a 47-year-old woman instantly and sending two others to the hospital, before fleeing the scene. Two foreign nationals were arrested the day after the incident and have since been charged.
Migratory flows to Crete and Gavdos are increasing, with multiple boats arriving. Rescue operations have been underway for dozens of foreign nationals since Wednesday.
Japan's Justice Minister Hiraguchi announced a flexible approach for foreign nationals, including Iranians, who are unable to return to their home countries due to flight cancellations, allowing them to extend their short-term stays.
Two individuals were observed swimming across the Prut River by a joint Moldovan and Romanian border patrol and were subsequently detained after illegally crossing the border.
Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme freed after 448 days in Venezuela's Rodeo I prison, claimed he endured 'psychological torture' and called for the release of 24 other foreign nationals.
A Japanese government panel is set to submit a proposal this summer for a bill aimed at tightening restrictions on land purchases by foreign nationals, with the government intending to introduce the legislation in the current parliamentary session.
The Cypriot government sough to clarify reports that American soldiers could be deployed to the island, saying any assistance would be limited to helping repatriate foreign nationals.
More than 400 foreign nationals sentenced to deportation for repeated or serious crimes are still in Sweden because police have been unable to expel them, posing a significant problem according to the border police chief.
Police in Serres, Greece, have successfully dismantled a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking, with the investigation beginning after two foreign nationals were arrested in Thessaloniki for drug-related offenses.
The Russian State Duma has passed a law aimed at protecting foreign nationals serving in its military from extradition to their home countries, a move seen as a further incentive to attract mercenaries.
Finland’s Immigration Service (Migri) issued 169 deportation decisions against foreign nationals convicted of crimes last year, the highest figure recorded to date.
Three scientists faced charges in a worm smuggling scheme, with lawyers claiming China assisted in getting the case dismissed. Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the need for vigilance against foreign nationals advancing malicious agendas.
Japan is considering a new regulation that would oblige airlines to deny boarding to foreign nationals without JESTA, alongside plans to raise residency application fees.
New regulations come into effect today in Poland, introducing a new electronic portal (MOS) for submitting residence permit applications, which will impact both foreign nationals and employers.
In February, 783 out of 1,173 individuals who received financial assistance for subsistence from the City of Reykjavik were foreign nationals, representing nearly 70% of recipients.
Noida International Airport has appointed Nitu Samra as interim CEO, replacing Christoph Schnellmann, due to a BCAS rule prohibiting foreign nationals from holding key operational positions. This change aims to expedite the launch of flight operations.
Greek police have arrested three foreign nationals, two women and one man from Romania, in Santorini. They are accused of traveling to the island specifically to pickpocket tourists.
Experts are urging South Africa to strengthen protection for foreign nationals, citing concerns about xenophobic attacks. While some reports suggest a decline in such incidents, under-reporting remains a significant issue.
Nine teenagers from the USA and Canada have been charged after trespassing on the grounds of the former Auschwitz II-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp, having previously been denied entry for not having tickets.
A decade after the Pamplona case, an analysis of '5000 manadas' sexual assault cases in Spain reveals that a majority of aggressors are foreign nationals, and a reference hospital in Barcelona treats one victim per week.
Montenegrin police announced that residency permits for 43 foreign nationals have been canceled due to irregularities found during controls, with 211 measures taken against foreign citizens.
Police in Oulu are investigating a suspected stabbing of a foreign national in an unprovoked attack, following several similar incidents targeting foreign nationals in the city during the summer of 2024.
Police in Podgorica have arrested two foreign nationals for violent behavior after they allegedly physically attacked three people in a downtown bar on April 11. The victims reported the incident to the police on April 13.
Emergency crews have pulled one person from the rubble after part of an apartment block collapsed within seconds in the Germasogeia area, where residents experienced dramatic moments. The building was home to foreign nationals of African and Egyptian origin. The rescue followed hours of efforts by the Fire Service. According to witness accounts, some residents […]
Japan's Specified Skilled Worker program for foreign nationals in the restaurant industry is being temporarily suspended from May 13, as the number of accepted workers is expected to reach its cap, leading many restaurant companies to revise their hiring plans.
Portuguese judicial police (PJ) have arrested two foreign nationals, aged 45 and 41, suspected of fraud involving 'stamped notes.' The suspects allegedly claimed ties to the Angolan government to gain trust, and investigations are ongoing to identify more victims.
Seven foreign nationals, including a US citizen and six Ukrainians, have been remanded to 30 days' judicial custody in Delhi, India, on charges of alleged terror links, accused of supplying weapons and training to Indian insurgent groups.
The Ministry of National Education in Türkiye has launched an inquiry to determine whether Turkish students are enrolled in schools originally established for the children of foreign nationals, which are operating without proper licenses.
Police in Sri Lanka have arrested 147 foreign nationals during a raid on a hotel in Chilaw. The details of the raid and the reasons for the arrests are currently under investigation.
Six foreign nationals are facing trial in Lithuania for allegedly attempting a terrorist attack on a private company in Šiauliai that supplies military aid to Ukraine.
Cyprus's Law Office announced a decrease in cases filed by asylum seekers and foreign nationals in both the Administrative Court of International Protection and the Administrative Court in 2025, with a total of 3,193 cases filed.
Three foreign nationals were arrested for theft in the capital region of Iceland and have been deported from the country within 24 hours of their arrest.
Former Montenegrin police director Veselin Veljović stated that Veljko Belivuk and Marko Miljković were not considered a threat during his mandate, and there was no clearly defined procedure for banning foreign nationals from entering Montenegro in 2020, which influenced decisions regarding their entry.
A game warden was found dead with a gunshot wound near Vinica, North Macedonia, leading to the arrest of three foreign nationals and one Macedonian citizen who were part of a commercial hunting group.
The number of foreign nationals granted Irish citizenship in 2024 increased by 32% to over 24,000, marking the highest annual total in the past decade.
The Pakistani government has decided to expand the scope of its Roshan Digital Accounts, allowing foreign nationals, companies, and institutional investors to participate.
Japan will implement stricter requirements for foreign nationals seeking citizenship starting April 1, aligning them with the criteria for permanent residency.
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) reports that a majority of arrests in Ghana's fight against illegal mining, known as galamsey, involve foreign nationals, particularly Chinese citizens.
A "Rzeczpospolita" report, based on Central Bureau of Investigation data, reveals alarming statistics on organized crime involving foreign nationals in Poland, with details on groups and nationalities to be disclosed soon.
Montenegrin police have arrested four individuals, two of whom are foreign citizens, in connection with three thefts and one attempted aggravated theft. The arrests follow police efforts to resolve these criminal acts.
The Bombay High Court has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to carry out a comprehensive verification of all hawkers across Mumbai, including those alleged to be foreign nationals or non-Indian residents, and to take action against illegal immigrants.
The Nigerian Presidency has clarified the UK-Nigeria migration deal, stating that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) only requires Nigeria to accept its own repatriated citizens, not foreign nationals.
Greek police have arrested two foreign nationals, aged 50 and 57, in connection with the attempted murder of a 57-year-old in Patisia in November 2025.
Montenegrin border police carried out the 'Foreigner' operation, focusing on increased control of movement, stay, and work of foreign nationals, resulting in 145 repressive measures and the cancellation of residency for 22 foreign citizens.
Kosovo has begun full implementation of its Laws on Foreigners and Vehicles, introducing new rules for foreign nationals' stay and the use of foreign-plated vehicles. Police have already issued 40 warnings.
These foreign nationals are the silent engines that keep many of the region's cities running, but the war has exposed some of their biggest vulnerabilities.
Japan's government has passed legislation to significantly raise visa application fees for foreign nationals by up to 2,900%, a move criticized for potentially worsening the country's deepening labor shortage.
Three foreign nationals were arrested in Limassol, Cyprus, for allegedly using electronic cameras to monitor flats remotely and specialist tools to open security doors without visible signs of forced entry, indicating a sophisticated burglary operation.
Ten foreign nationals have been arrested in the United Arab Emirates for allegedly posting videos of rocket and drone attacks in the country on social media.
The Indian government has announced a 30-day visa extensions and a waiver of penalty for overstay for affected foreign nationals amid crisis in the Middle East.
A joint security operation involving the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Immigration Service has resulted in the arrest of 12 Nigerian nationals suspected of being involved in organised cyber…
North Macedonia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that 380 Macedonian citizens and 78 foreign nationals have been evacuated from the Middle East via four organized flights.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of North Macedonia conducted four charter flights to evacuate 458 passengers from the Middle East, including 380 Macedonian citizens and 78 foreign nationals from various countries.
Employers in Poland who assign work to foreign nationals referred by entities other than employment agencies face significant fines, indicating strict sanctions against illegal outsourcing.
President Donald Trump's Small Business Administration has announced an expansion of the ban on foreign nationals accessing small business loans, prohibiting them from receiving such funds.
The number of foreign nationals residing in South Korea approached 1.7 million as of May last year, government data showed Tuesday. The total number came to 1.69 million as of last May, up 8.4 percent from a year earlier, according to data released by the Ministry of Data and Statistics. The figure refers to foreigners aged 15 and older who have resided in the country for more than 91 days. By category, overseas Koreans with foreign nationalities accounted for the largest share, at 24.2 percent,
Trump's Small Business Administration (SBA) has expanded its ban on foreign nationals accessing guaranteed loan programs, stating a priority to 'American citizens'.
Russia has implemented a new policy banning the extradition of foreign nationals who have served in its armed forces. This move comes despite such participation being a criminal offense in many countries, including some considered allies of Moscow.
Antigua is preparing to introduce an amnesty program aimed at undocumented foreign nationals residing in the country, offering a pathway for regularization.
The US Department of Homeland Security has updated its statistics, adding six citizens from Bosnia and Herzegovina to a list of foreign nationals accused of serious crimes in America.
The Service for Foreigners' Affairs in Bosnia and Herzegovina identified 41 foreign nationals illegally residing and working in the country during February 2026, following intelligence gathering.
New arrivals of migrants have been reported in Crete after a boat carrying 38 foreign nationals was spotted 45 nautical miles south of Kali Limenes beach.
A court in Uruguay’s Flores department convicted three foreign nationals —a Russian, a Kazakh and a Mexican woman— after authorities said they attempted to begin identification procedures using false…
Eleven foreign nationals have been apprehended and are now facing prosecution for allegedly running a counterfeit US dollar printing operation in Tuba, Ga South Municipality, Ghana.
Polish police discovered an illegal clofedrone laboratory in Greater Poland, seizing over 200 kilograms of the drug, estimated to be worth more than 28 million PLN on the black market, and arrested two foreign nationals.
New regulations governing the employment of foreign nationals in Georgia will come into effect on March 1, impacting both self-employed individuals and those working under employment contracts.
A man was arrested in Kenya for luring citizens to fight in Ukraine, while Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister reported that 55 Ghanaians have been killed in the conflict.
Starting September 1, any criminal offense resulting in a prison sentence will serve as grounds for deporting foreign nationals from Sweden, with critics suggesting the government aims for an 'ethnically clean country'.
As of January 1, 2026, Georgia has implemented mandatory medical insurance for all foreign nationals entering the country, formalizing healthcare access standards for various types of visitors and residents.
Police in the Karlovac area have arrested three migrant smugglers in separate incidents: a Slovenian national, a Belgian, and a Croatian taxi driver, all involved in illegally transporting foreign nationals.
South Africa has promised to crack down on xenophobic attacks following protests, while Nigeria's diaspora commission issued a safety alert to its citizens in the country. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about violence against foreign nationals.
Residents of Mthatha in South Africa are preparing to stage a protest over concerns about the increasing presence of foreign nationals, demanding that employment opportunities be reserved for locals.
Worxphere, the operator of KLiK, Korea's largest job-matching platform for foreign nationals, has introduced an AI-powered Korean language proficiency assessment service. This new tool aims to streamline the hiring process for both employers and foreign job seekers.
Police in Montenegro arrested two foreign nationals after finding illegal substances in their possession, with one also facing charges for traffic violations.
Chile's new government announced its intention to intensify the deportations of irregular foreign nationals, following an initial flight that transported 40 migrants to Colombia and Bolivia. This move signals a stricter stance on migration policy.
The Ghana Immigration Service has rescued 305 West African nationals, including 113 children, in the second phase of an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected human trafficking networks operating under the guise of street begging.
A delivery agency operator in Seoul is under investigation for allegedly hiring dozens of foreign nationals without proper work visas and registering them under the names of Korean citizens.
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) arrested seven individuals, including four foreign nationals, and seized firearms during an operation along the Boin River in Ghana.
The Immigration Department conducted a raid on a massage parlor in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, resulting in the arrest of 21 foreign nationals for various immigration offenses.
The Pakistan Navy successfully rescued 18 crew members from five different countries after receiving a distress call in the Arabian Sea, repatriating them after medical care.
An anti-prostitution police operation in Durrës, Albania, code-named 'Storm 17', led to the discovery of two prostitution 'nests' and the arrest of four foreign nationals, with several others being processed.
A French and a Belgian citizen are under judicial control in Bucharest, accused of illegally importing luxury cars valued at over 1.2 million euros, knowing they were proceeds of crime.
Turkish authorities in Istanbul and five other provinces have arrested 51 suspects accused of helping foreign nationals obtain residence permits using forged documents.
A report indicates that foreign nationals are suspects in nearly half of all rape cases in Austria, with Syrians forming the largest foreign group among them. The number of rape suspects in the country has more than doubled since 2015.
Montenegro's Police Administration conducted operation 'Stranac' (Foreigner), resulting in the revocation of residency for 15 foreign citizens due to intensified control of their movement, stay, and work.
A criminal network involved in forging and distributing documents and facilitating the stay of undocumented foreign nationals in 'safe houses' in Athens has been dismantled following police operations on March 22 and 23, 2026.
Eurostat data reveals that Bulgaria is one of the European Union's most restrictive countries for migrants, with only Lithuania granting fewer passports to foreign nationals.
Ukrainian authorities have identified more than 27,400 foreign nationals from 135 countries fighting for Russia, stating that Moscow has built a global recruitment network to compensate for heavy battlefield losses.
A Delhi court has called for a deeper investigation into the arrest of seven foreign nationals by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), stating it needs to be determined whether any Indian or member of a rebel ethnic group in India is linked to the accused.
A game warden was found dead near Vinica, North Macedonia, prompting an investigation by the Public Prosecutor's Office, with three foreign nationals and one local person detained.
Three foreign nationals, aged 21, 15, and 14, were arrested in Agios Dimitrios, Greece, for attempting to defraud passersby by pretending to have hearing problems.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the expansion of the Roshan Digital Account (RDA) scheme to include foreign nationals and companies, aiming to strengthen links with financial markets and encourage foreign investment.
A US Senator has introduced a bill aimed at monitoring international students working in American laboratories, citing concerns that foreign nationals in these facilities pose a national security threat.
British actress Dame Helen Mirren has been made a member of the Order of the Star of Italy by President Sergio Mattarella, the highest honour the Italian Republic can bestow upon foreign nationals.
Thirty-eight foreign nationals were rescued in the early morning hours, 48 miles south of Ierapetra, Greece, and have been transferred to the Ierapetra port authority.
Two foreign nationals were arrested in Iceland shortly after arriving, suspected of theft. They confessed to the crimes, and stolen goods were found at their residence, leading to their deportation.
Mizoram is facing security concerns due to foreign nationals crossing into Myanmar, prompting increased police vigilance amid reports of potential mercenaries and rising geopolitical tensions.
Bosnia and Herzegovina issued 6,702 work permits to foreign nationals in 2025, primarily from Asia, with the Council of Ministers setting a quota of 7,427 for 2026. The most sought-after professions were also identified.
Iran has announced the arrest of at least ten foreign nationals accused of spying for the US and Israel, claiming they were mapping strategic sites and planning subversive actions.
Greek police launched an operation in Heraklion, Crete, to dismantle a network exploiting foreign nationals, resulting in 20 arrests. The large-scale operation is ongoing across multiple regions including Heraklion, Lasithi, Athens, and Thiva.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested six Ukrainian nationals and one individual from the US for allegedly plotting terror activities within India.
Three foreign nationals were arrested in Dubai under cybercrime laws for sending photos of drone attack damage to their families to assure them of their safety.
Eight foreign nationals were detained by the Judicial Police on a fishing vessel off the Azores, with 1,800 kilograms of cocaine found on board. They will remain in preventive detention pending legal proceedings.
The Thai Immigration Bureau has denied entry to over 30 foreign individuals deemed suspicious after adopting heightened screening measures during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The Department of Justice has ordered visa relief for foreign nationals in the Philippines whose stays have lapsed due to global flight disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.
South Korea will mandate government approval for defense companies hiring foreign nationals or dual citizens for executive or technology-handling roles, aiming to enhance national security.
The European Parliament has condemned Russia's deceptive recruitment of foreign nationals, particularly from African countries, for tasks related to the war against Ukraine and called for sanctions.
The Director-General of the Ghana Scholarship Authority, Alex Kwaku Asafo-Agyei, has refuted allegations that foreign nationals are benefiting from the country's scholarship scheme, calling the claims misleading and politically motivated.
The Malaysian Immigration Department detained 9,497 foreign nationals for various visa misuse offenses, with citizens from Bangladesh and Thailand topping the list.
Concerns were raised on Wednesday by legal authorities and international organisations over a proposal to allow courts to order the deportation of foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes.
The Cabinet on Tuesday approved legislation to sharply raise the upper limit on fees for foreign nationals in the biggest revision of its kind in more than four decades.
Montenegro's Border Police Sector, in collaboration with inspection services, revoked the stay of up to 90 days for 178 foreign nationals during February as part of the 'Foreigner' operational-tactical action.
Slovenia successfully evacuated 912 Slovenian citizens and 146 EU and other foreign nationals, with the government communication office stating that the country achieved 'something incredible' in its evacuation efforts.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has issued a reminder that foreign nationals must secure proper clearance before entering military camps, including recreational areas like the Camp Aguinaldo Golf Course.
An appeals court has ruled that former President Trump possesses the legal authority to indefinitely suspend the admission of foreign nationals seeking to enter the United States as refugees.
The Customs Department carried out a series of successful interceptions and seizures on March 3-4, 2026, uncovering several illicit activities at various crossing points, including the illegal transportation of foreign nationals, animal products, and duty-free cigarettes. On March 3, 2026, Customs officers at the Ayios Dometios crossing point noticed a long-base vehicle driven by a […]
Bosnian Border Police officers from the Gorica unit successfully prevented the smuggling of nine foreign nationals, including citizens from Turkey and China, in the border area near Posušje.
Iceland's Prime Minister has drawn attention to a significant disparity in unemployment rates between Icelandic citizens and foreign nationals, describing the situation as unusual and challenging for policymakers.
A Bangladeshi national was killed in the UAE following Iranian attacks, and an Indian national died in Oman after being hit by a projectile, highlighting the human cost of the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Bengaluru police have dismantled a large narcotics network, seizing drugs worth Rs 5.24 crore and arresting 16 peddlers, including nine foreign nationals.