United States President Donald Trump has once again implemented a controversial travel ban policy. On June 5, 2025, he signed a proclamation banning citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States. The policy will go into effect on June 9, 2025, at 12:01 AM EDT.
This ban is claimed to be a step to protect national security and prevent threats from terrorist groups and countries that are deemed to not have adequate identity verification systems.
Countries Affected by Travel Ban
Here is a list of 12 countries whose citizens are banned from entering the United States under Trump's latest policy:
- Afghanistan
- Myanmar
- Chad
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Haiti
- Iran
- Libya
- Somalia
- Sudan
- Yemen
In addition, there are 7 other countries that face partial restrictions, especially in terms of immigration visas:
- Burundi
- Cuba
- Laos
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Turkmenistan
- Venezuela
Reasons Behind the Travel Ban
Trump said the policy was necessary to protect the United States from terrorist threats and prevent the entry of individuals whose identities could not be verified. He noted that the countries affected by the ban have high crime rates, lack of cooperation on visa security, and high rates of visa violations.
In a video posted on social media, Trump said:
"We will not allow people into our country who want to harm us."
Impact of This Policy
The travel ban has sparked major controversy, especially among human rights groups and immigration organizations. Many see the policy as a form of discrimination against certain countries, especially those with Muslim majorities.
Some of the main impacts of this policy include:
- Restrictions on foreign students and workers from countries affected by the ban.
- Disruption in diplomatic relations between the US and the affected countries.
- Criticism from human rights groups , who called the policy a form of discrimination.
International Reaction
Many countries affected by the ban have expressed their dissatisfaction with the policy. Some governments have even lodged diplomatic protests with the United States and asked for the policy to be reviewed.
International organizations such as the United Nations (UN) and the African Union have also expressed their concerns about the impact of this policy on international relations and human rights.
Will This Policy Change?
While the policy is now in effect, it is possible that the list of countries subject to the ban could change in the future. Trump has stated that countries that show improvements in security cooperation and identity verification could be removed from the ban list.
But many doubt whether this policy will actually change in the near future, given Trump's hardline approach to immigration during his presidency.
Conclusion
The latest travel ban imposed by Donald Trump has caused much debate. With 12 countries subject to a full ban and 7 countries facing partial restrictions, the policy will have a major impact on international relations and global mobility.
While Trump claims that the policy is aimed at improving national security, many are questioning the effectiveness and fairness of the ban. We look forward to seeing how this policy develops in the coming months!
