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Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Kuwait's immigration crackdown shrinks expat population Cutting foreign labor has long been a popular demand in Kuwait, and the country has undergone a regulatory overhaul since the emir dissolved parliament in 2024.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025China to build Africa's first insulin production facility The deal comes amid surging diabetes rates across Africa, including in Nigeria, which relies on insulin imports.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025US revokes Colombian leader Petro’s visa, escalating tensions Washington's move came following Petro’s participation in a pro-Palestinian demonstration in New York City.
Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Pro-EU party wins Moldova general election The vote had an outsized importance because of Moldova’s strategic location bordering Ukraine and NATO-member Romania.
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Semafor· Sep 29, 2025Trump and Netanyahu to discuss Gaza peace plan Israelis and Palestinians are skeptical of any peace, polling finds.
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