All articles tagged with #dual citizens
Originally Published 12 days ago — by MassLive.com
The US has issued its highest-level 'Do Not Travel' warning for Russia due to security risks, ongoing conflict, and limited US government assistance, advising Americans to leave immediately and warning of dangers such as wrongful detention, terrorism, and treatment of dual citizens.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Taiwanese Americans, many of whom are dual citizens, are flying back to Taiwan to cast their votes in the presidential election, motivated by increasing tensions between Taiwan and China. Unable to vote by mail, these voters see their participation as a way to support freedom and democracy in the face of China's military pressure on Taiwan. This tradition has become a diaspora tradition for many first-generation Taiwanese Americans since Taiwan's first democratic presidential elections in 1996.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DW (English)
Dual citizens and foreign nationals in Gaza are trapped as the Rafah border crossing remains closed, preventing their escape from the war zone. Despite discussions between world leaders, no country has successfully evacuated its citizens or dual nationals from the besieged Palestinian enclave. Israel has sealed all its crossing points with Gaza, intensifying airstrikes and expanding ground operations in response to attacks by Hamas. The situation has left residents like Asia Mathkour and her family feeling alone and terrified, with no safe way out. Communication networks have also been severely impacted, making it difficult for families to stay in touch.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC
Five Americans who were imprisoned in Iran for years have been released and landed in the US as part of a controversial prisoner swap. The prisoners, who are dual Iranian-US citizens, were flown from Tehran to Doha before being transferred to a plane bound for the US. The release was finalized when $6 billion in Iranian cash, held in South Korea, was sent to banks in Doha. The Americans had an emotional reunion with their families upon landing. In addition to the Americans, five Iranians imprisoned in the US were also released. US President Joe Biden welcomed the prisoner swap but vowed to continue imposing costs on Iran for its actions in the region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
Dual citizens of Sudan and other countries who returned to Sudan with hope after the 2019 uprising are now uprooted by the recent conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary. Many have fled the country, while others are struggling to evacuate due to paperwork and logistical problems. The US embassy has been criticized for its lack of help, but is now assisting stranded Americans remotely. The conflict has killed nearly 460 people and wounded thousands, and there are fears of a worsening humanitarian crisis. Sudanese citizens are calling for a "safety route" based on humanitarian need, rather than nationality.