Oliver Mercer

Oliver Mercer

As the Chief Editor at VisaVerge.com, Oliver Mercer is instrumental in steering the website's focus on immigration, visa, and travel news. His role encompasses curating and editing content, guiding a team of writers, and ensuring factual accuracy and relevance in every article. Under Oliver's leadership, VisaVerge.com has become a go-to source for clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date information, helping readers navigate the complexities of global immigration and travel with confidence and ease.
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Troops at the Border: Military Role in Immigration Enforcement Grows Under Trump

The Trump administration increased troops to 8,000 by mid-2025, using military zones and technology to cut illegal border…

Germany Aims to Cap Refugee Protection Rate as 1 in 25 Holds Status

Germany’s refugee population grew to 2.59 million by 2023 amid stricter asylum policies. Asylum applications fell 30% in…

Air Serbia Granted Permits to Launch Direct Flights to Beijing

Air Serbia plans direct Belgrade–Beijing flights in late 2025, pending CAAC approval. Policy changes like eased visas and…

KLM Ground Crews to Strike at Amsterdam Airport as Summer Holidays Start

On July 9, 2025, KLM’s ground staff strike at Amsterdam Schiphol could delay flights and disrupt baggage handling.…

American Airlines Launches New Technology Ahead of July 4th Travel

For the July 4th travel surge, American Airlines offers a revamped mobile app, quicker kiosks, AI rebooking, stricter…

Bay Area Fourth of July Travel Brings Packed Traffic and Airport Lines

Record travel and heavy congestion are expected in the Bay Area for Fourth of July 2025. Interstate 80…

Emirates Launches New Flights to Hangzhou and Shenzhen with 777

Emirates began daily direct flights between Dubai and Hangzhou and Shenzhen in July 2025 using Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.…

Flight Cancellations Surge Amid Paris and South France Air Traffic Strikes

France’s July 3-4, 2025 air traffic control strikes led by UNSA-ICNA cause severe flight cancellations and delays, especially…

5 Effective Ways to Save on Summer Flights to Europe

Save on summer 2025 Europe flights by booking early, staying flexible with travel dates and airports, and using…

US Asylum Process Remains Complex and Lengthy for Legal Seekers

The US asylum system in 2025 struggles with record applications and severe backlogs. Many people wait years, averaging…

Detroit ICE Protester Faces Federal Charges for Impeding Officer

Detroit authorities arrested an ICE protester on June 30, 2025, for impeding federal officers during an ICE operation.…

Russia Proposes New Migration Fees Amid Rising Migration Pressure

Starting September 2025, Russia will impose higher migrant fees, limit visa-free stays to 90 days yearly, enforce stricter…

Trump Administration Resumes Green Card Processing for Cuban Migrants

As of June 21, 2025, green card processing for Cuban migrants resumed after a court order. New medical…

Have ICE Arrests and Deportations in Iowa Increased Under Trump?

In 2025, Iowa experienced a 627% rise in ICE arrests driven by Trump’s focus on interior enforcement and…

Immigration Authorities Crack Down on Unjustified Permit Applications

Starting mid-2024, the US halted new work permits for asylum seekers and increased enforcement against visa overstays, targeting…