US Travel Ban: Trump to Bar Pakistanis from Entering the Country

March 6, 2025 Asra Mairaj Asia Pacific, US Local News, World 0

New Travel Ban by Trump May Prevent Pakistanis from Entering America

US President Donald Trump to Announce New Travel Ban Next Week

US President Donald Trump is expected to issue a new travel ban order next week that could deter people from Pakistan and Afghanistan from entering the United States. This decision is based on a government review of countries’ security and vetting risks, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Reminiscent of Previous Travel Ban

The move is reminiscent of Trump’s first-term ban on travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries, a contentious policy that was upheld by the Supreme Court in 2018 before being overturned by Joe Biden in 2021. The original ban included countries such as Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria, and Yemen.

Impact on Pakistan and Afghanistan

The new travel ban could significantly impact individuals from Pakistan and Afghanistan, particularly those who have been cleared for resettlement in the US as refugees or on Special Immigrant Visas due to the risk of persecution by the Taliban, reports News18.com.

Recent Developments and Quotations

In a recent address to Congress, Trump thanked Pakistan for aiding in the extradition of Mohammad Sharifullah, who was allegedly involved in the planning of the deadly Abbey Gate bombing during the Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021. “I am pleased to announce that we have just apprehended the top terrorist responsible for that atrocity. And he is right now on his way here to face the swift sword of American justice,” Trump said.

Reactions from Pakistan

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif extended gratitude towards the US for acknowledging Islamabad’s efforts in arresting the Afghan terrorist involved in planning the deadly 2021 suicide attack at the Kabul airport. “We thank US President Donald Trump for acknowledging and appreciating Pakistan’s role and support in counter-terrorism efforts across the region,” he said on X.

Future Implications

The new travel ban is part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, which he launched at the start of his second term. The ban could affect tens of thousands of Afghans who have been cleared for resettlement in the US as refugees or on Special Immigrant Visas.

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