US Senator Criticises Plan to Vet Visa Applicants over Israel Views
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 19:56 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
A US senator has criticized a plan to vet visa applicants based on their views on Israel. The senator's comments come as Lebanon and Israel engage in direct negotiations for the first time in over 30 years.
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