Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 04:56am on 15 Mar 2025,Saturday International
The Trump administration is considering imposing extensive travel restrictions on citizens from 43 countries as part of a broader immigration crackdown. An internal memo categorizes these nations based on the severity of restrictions they may face. Some countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, and North Korea, could see complete visa suspensions, while others like Russia and Pakistan may experience restrictions allowing only certain travelers, such as business professionals. A third group has been given 60 days to address security concerns. This proposal follows a recent executive order aimed at strengthening security vetting, similar to the 2017 travel ban.