US Bans Entry for Citizens of 12 Countries: Trump Cites Security Concerns

The United States announced a ban on entry for citizens of 12 countries, effective June 10, 2025. This decision, announced by President Donald Trump, follows a recent antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, allegedly perpetrated by an Egyptian immigrant who overstayed his visa. The affected countries include Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. President Trump stated, "We cannot have open migration to any country whose background we cannot securely and reliably verify." The intensity of the restrictions, he noted, will depend on the perceived threat level from each nation. This decision has sparked debate and raises concerns about immigration policy and national security.