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Trump Administration Expands Travel Ban to 20 Additional Countries and Palestinian Authority: Full Analysis and Impact
Dec 17, 2025 10:40 am CST
The Trump administration has significantly expanded US travel restrictions to include 20 additional countries and the Palestinian Authority, doubling the number of nations affected by entry limitations. Five countries now face complete travel bans, while 15 others face partial restrictions. The expanded policy, effective January 1, affects both visitors and immigrants with specific exemptions for certain visa holders. Officials cite document fraud, vetting challenges, and security concerns as key justifications for these sweeping changes.
Afghan Refugees Face Uncertain Future as US Suspends Visa Processing After DC Shooting Incident
Nov 28, 2025 04:57 am CST
The indefinite suspension of US visa processing for Afghan nationals following a shooting incident near the White House has left thousands of Afghan refugees in limbo. Many who fled Taliban persecution and have waited years for resettlement decisions now face increasing risks in temporary host countries like Pakistan, where deportations and harassment of Afghan refugees have intensified. Former government workers, journalists, and US allies fear persecution if forced to return to Afghanistan while their last path to safety appears closed.