World · Important news for 26 August 2026
US Navy clears mines from Strait of Hormuz, Trump says
Syria’s economy poised for improvement after US sanctions removal
US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list and rescinds HTS terrorist designation
Integration of Syrian Kurdish Administration Into State Institutions Complete
Syria's Kurdish-led SDF dissolves as part of integration into state forces
Trump administration proposes $103,000 fee for H-1B visas
The Trump administration has proposed a hefty $103,000 fee for H-1B visas, which critics warn could significantly disrupt small businesses and push jobs overseas.
- The Trump administration proposed a $103,000 fee for H-1B visas.
- Estimates suggest the fee could paralyze 76% of small businesses using the visa program.
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