On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation reinstating and expanding a travel ban that will take effect on June 9, 2025. This directive bars entry into the United States for citizens of 12 countries and imposes partial restrictions on seven others, citing national security and public safety concerns.

🌐 International and Domestic Reactions

The travel ban has drawn criticism from various international bodies and human rights organizations. The African Union expressed concerns about the impact on education, commerce, and diplomacy. Countries like Chad have announced reciprocal measures, such as halting visa issuance to Americans.

s discriminatory and echoes previous travel bans targeting Muslim-majority nations. Humanitarian organizations warn of the potential harm to vulnerable communities and the disruption of family reunifications