Donald Trump has banned citizens from 12 countries, including Afghanistan and Iran, from entering the United States, citing national security concerns. This rule will come into effect on June 9th.
America: Former US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping and controversial ban on citizens from 12 countries entering the United States. The stated reasons behind this move are terrorism and national security concerns. This decision will affect millions, particularly those planning to study, conduct business, or reside in the US.
Trump's Strict Decision: A Complete Ban on 12 Countries
Donald Trump has completely banned citizens from 12 countries from entering the United States, aiming to strengthen American security. The countries directly affected by this decision include Afghanistan, Iran, Myanmar, Haiti, Sudan, Somalia, Libya, Yemen, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, and Eritrea.
Furthermore, entry restrictions will be partially imposed on citizens of several other countries, including Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. This means that citizens from these countries will only receive visas or travel permits under exceptional circumstances.
Citing National Security and Terrorism
The Trump administration claims this measure is entirely based on America's security needs. The US government fears that some individuals from these countries may engage in terrorist activities or pose a threat to national security.
Additionally, it has been observed that some foreign nationals often overstay their visas in the US. Stricter measures will now be implemented to address this issue. Trump stated that this decision was made considering foreign policy, counter-terrorism policy, and the internal security of the United States.
New Ban to Take Effect on June 9th
This travel ban will come into effect on June 9th, 2025. According to the proclamation signed by Trump, citizens of the aforementioned countries will not be permitted entry into the United States after this date. Those who already possess visas may also be affected, as authorities have been instructed to exercise greater vigilance.
Trump Has Implemented Similar Bans Before
This is not the first time Donald Trump has taken b action regarding travel restrictions. Earlier, during his first term in 2017, Trump imposed a similar ban on several Muslim-majority countries. At that time, citing terrorism and security concerns, he imposed visa restrictions on countries such as Iran, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Libya, and Somalia.
This ban affected thousands of travelers. Many were turned back at US airports, while others were entangled in legal battles. At the time, US courts and human rights organizations bly criticized this decision.
Illegal Immigration in the US: A Major Concern
Trump's move is also seen as part of efforts to curb illegal immigration in the United States. The US has long faced the problem of undocumented immigrants. Trump believes this not only increases the economic burden but also poses a security risk.
He argues that some individuals remain in the US using forged documents to work or engage in illegal activities. To address this problem, he had previously launched campaigns like "Build the Wall," initiating plans to construct a wall along the Mexican border.
