Bangladesh, Jan. 26 -- In a bold move aimed at intensifying border security, US officials have paused several immigration programs, including those granting temporary settlement to Ukrainians, according to a report by the New York Times on January 24. This decision, part of President Donald Trumps sweeping immigration overhaul, marks a significant shift in US policies on humanitarian relief and migration.

On January 23, a directive from a senior official at the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) halted “final decisions” on applications for multiple immigration programs while they undergo review. Among the initiatives affected is Uniting for Ukraine, a Biden-era program that facilitated the entry of over 150,000 U...