Trump Reinstates Travel Ban for 12 Nations

President Donald Trump has reinstated a sweeping US travel ban, effective June 9, targeting citizens from 12 countries including Iran and Afghanistan, as well as several other predominantly Muslim and African nations. The policy does not apply to US permanent residents or people holding existing visas but bars new travelers and further restricts certain visa programs from the affected countries. The US government has justified the ban on national security grounds, citing recent violent incidents and terrorism concerns. Iranian officials and the public have condemned the move as discriminatory and a violation of international law and human rights, calling for United Nations and human rights organizations to intervene. Critics highlight inconsistencies in the list of targeted countries and warn the policy will disrupt families and students with cross-border ties. The ban has reignited debate over US immigration policy and strained relations with impacted nations.