Trump Imposes U.S. Travel Ban and Restrictions on 12 Countries

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U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new set of travel bans and restrictions affecting 12 countries, citing national security and immigration control as the primary motivations for the policy.

According to the Trump administration, the measures are aimed at countries with “inadequate traveler vetting systems,” suspected terrorist activity, and a lack of cooperation in accepting deported nationals. High rates of visa overstays were also a factor in the decision.

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12 Countries Fully Banned

Twelve countries have been subjected to a full travel ban, meaning their citizens will not be permitted entry into the United States under the new policy. These include:

African nations:

  • Chad
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Eritrea
  • Libya
  • Republic of the Congo
  • Somalia
  • Sudan

Other affected nations:

  • Afghanistan
  • Haiti
  • Iran
  • Myanmar
  • Yemen

7 Countries Face Travel Restrictions

An additional seven countries will face enhanced restrictions, including delays or limitations on visa processing. These countries are:

  • Africa: Burundi, Sierra Leone, Togo
  • Other regions: Cuba, Laos, Turkmenistan, Venezuela
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The White House says the restrictions will remain in place until the affected countries improve their security protocols and cooperate with U.S. immigration enforcement.

The move is expected to trigger strong reactions globally and could significantly impact diplomatic relations, travel, and immigration processes in the affected nations.

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