The Times of India

US extends visa curbs on Palestine officials, blocks President Abbas from UN General Assembly

In a significant move, US officials have broadened visa restrictions impacting leaders of the Palestinian Authority, including President Mahmoud Abbas, who is now barred from attending the UN General Assembly. This action springs from US concerns regarding actions at odds with commitments to American laws, particularly in light of the Palestinian push for statehood recognition through international channels, which has faced consistent US opposition.