Tuesday, June 10
President Trump criticized Harvard University, saying they "have to change its ways" after the DHS threatened to remove their ability to enroll foreign students. He questioned the university's academic standards, particularly a remedial math course. However, a federal judge blocked the Trump administration's action, with Harvard claiming it was retaliation and unconstitutional, potentially affecting over 7,000 visa holders.
Amidst political turmoil and military pressure, Bangladesh's interim chief Muhammad Yunus will remain in office, confirmed by his advisers after a closed-door meeting. Despite considering resignation due to rising tensions and demands for election clarity, Yunus is set to meet with BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami leaders.
Following a deadly tornado in St. Louis that claimed five lives, Mayor Cara Spencer has placed emergency management chief Sarah Russell on administrative leave. This decision comes after tornado sirens failed to activate during the severe weather event.
The Trump administration escalated its conflict with Harvard University by revoking its ability to enroll international students, demanding compliance on issues like pro-Palestinian protests and diversity policies. Thousands of foreign students face potential deportation unless they transfer or a court intervenes. Harvard currently has nearly 6,800 international students, most of them in graduate programs.
In a recent White House meeting, US President Donald Trump presented South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with a photo misidentified as depicting the burial of white farmers in South Africa. The image was actually from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Trump also showed a video of a memorial site, falsely claiming it showed burial sites of white South African farmers.
The White House confirmed a controversial deportation flight carrying eight immigrants from diverse nations, now grounded in Djibouti due to a judge's intervention. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the judge's order as judicial overreach, alleging it endangers US agents and diplomatic relations. The judge mandated legal counsel and the chance to challenge deportations, citing potential violations of a previous injunction.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended a video played by Donald Trump, alleging it depicted burial sites of white farmers in South Africa. NBC's Yamiche Alcindor questioned the video's credibility, citing reports that the crosses shown were from a memorial demonstration, not actual burial sites.
Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz seeks UN recognition for Sindhudesh. The group alleges political repression and rights abuses in Sindh, Pakistan. JSMM calls for international intervention and support from India. They highlight historical ties and cultural identity. The group condemns Pakistan's security forces actions. They envision a sovereign Sindhudesh based on equality. JSMM cites historical exploitation and marginalisation of Sindh.
