President Donald Trump is preparing a new travel ban that could block entry for people from Afghanistan and Pakistan as early as next week. The move is part of an intensified immigration crackdown.
A new travel ban under President Trump could prevent Afghans and Pakistanis from entering the U.S. as early as next week, according to sources familiar with the matter. The policy follows a security review aimed at identifying countries with vetting risks.
Afghanistan is expected to be on the list for a full travel suspension, while Pakistan is also likely to be included, sources said. Other countries may be affected, but details remain unclear.
The ban mirrors Trump's first-term restrictions on travel from several Muslim-majority countries, a policy upheld by the Supreme Court in 2018 but later repealed by President Joe Biden in 2021.
The move could impact tens of thousands of Afghans who were cleared for U.S. resettlement due to Taliban threats. Many hold Special Immigrant Visas for assisting U.S. forces during the 20-year war. The State Department is reportedly seeking exemptions for these visa holders, but approval remains uncertain.
Trump's order, issued on January 20, mandates stricter security screening for all foreign nationals. It directs officials to submit a list of countries requiring full or partial travel suspensions by March 12.
The policy has raised concerns among refugee advocates. Shawn VanDiver, head of #AfghanEvac, warned that Afghans with valid visas should travel immediately if possible, as the restriction could be imposed within days.
Since January 20, an estimated 200,000 Afghans with U.S. visa approvals or pending applications have been stranded worldwide, including 20,000 in Pakistan. Many face uncertainty as Trump also imposed a 90-day freeze on refugee admissions and funding for relocation programs.
The Trump administration has not yet officially confirmed the ban, and U.S. agencies have not responded to requests for comment.
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President Donald Trump is preparing a new travel ban that could block entry for people from Afghanistan and Pakistan as early as next week. The move is part of an intensified immigration crackdown.
Pope Francis, recovering from double pneumonia, spent another "tranquil" night in hospital, with his condition remaining stable, the Vatican confirmed on Thursday.
The London Eye marks its 25th anniversary in 2025, celebrating 85 million visitors and becoming an iconic part of London's skyline. Since its 2000 debut, the observation wheel has symbolized the city’s spirit and has been central to its New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Taiwan’s Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant in Pingtung County released large plumes of black smoke around 11:30 am local time, prompting a swift response from local fire authorities. The cause of the smoke remains unclear, and the situation is under investigation
Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Alexander Darchiyev as the new ambassador to the U.S., following U.S. approval. Darchiyev, a seasoned diplomat, will manage the complex Russia-U.S. relations.
The Georgian Foreign Ministry has expressed concern over the worsening security, humanitarian, and human rights situation in the Russia-occupied regions, along with the ongoing illegal militarization.
Scientists have unveiled the structure of uMtCK, a key enzyme cancer cells use for energy, offering new insights for targeted therapies to slow tumor growth.
Pope Francis, recovering from double pneumonia, spent another "tranquil" night in hospital, with his condition remaining stable, the Vatican confirmed on Thursday.
The London Eye marks its 25th anniversary in 2025, celebrating 85 million visitors and becoming an iconic part of London's skyline. Since its 2000 debut, the observation wheel has symbolized the city’s spirit and has been central to its New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Taiwan’s Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant in Pingtung County released large plumes of black smoke around 11:30 am local time, prompting a swift response from local fire authorities. The cause of the smoke remains unclear, and the situation is under investigation
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