US Revokes Residency, Detains Soleimani Relatives
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Washington: The U.S. State Department terminated lawful permanent resident status for relatives of slain IRGC commander Qasem Soleimani on April 4, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested the named individuals after Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the revocations.
The detained niece and daughter are in ICE custody and face removal proceedings; the State Department cited press reports and social-media activity alleging support for the IRGC, and further travel bans or visa revocations for related individuals were reported this week.
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Timeline
- 1. January 2020: Qasem Soleimani killed in a U.S. strike in Baghdad.
- 2. Late 2025: U.S. reportedly revoked visas for some Iran UN mission staff.
- 3. Friday, April 3, 2026: Immigration agents arrested relatives after their LPR status was terminated.
- 4. Saturday, April 4, 2026: State Department issued a statement confirming the terminations and ICE custody.
- 5. Early April 2026: Detained individuals face removal proceedings and related entry bans applied to some family members.
Why it matters
This action shows a shift in U.S. policy towards relatives of foreign adversaries. It could affect your rights if you have connections to controversial figures abroad. Keep an eye on how this develops and consult an immigration lawyer if needed.
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