Trump Deals Fresh Blow To Pakistan; To Ban Citizens Of 11 Countries From Entering US

The strictest category includes nations where all travel to the U.S. is prohibited. The countries listed are primarily those with geopolitical conflicts, strained relations with the U.S., or security concerns. The Countries are: Afghanistan, Bhutan, Cuba, Iran, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen.

Citizens of these countries may still apply for U.S. visas, but approvals will be significantly reduced or subjected to intense scrutiny. This list includes a mix of authoritarian regimes and politically sensitive nations. These countries are Belarus, Eritrea, Haiti, Laos, Myanmar, Pakistan, Russia, Sierra Leone, South Sudan and Turkmenistan.

Nations in this category are given a grace period of 60 days to improve security measures and cooperate with US. policies to avoid facing stricter travel limitations. These countries are Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Equatorial Guinea, Gambia, Liberia, Malawi, and Mali.

These restrictions could severely impact citizens' ability to travel for work, education, and family visits. The measures may also strain diplomatic ties and hinder economic and cultural exchanges between these nations and the US.

The listed nations were chosen based on factors such as security threats, visa overstay rates, and foreign policy concerns. Some have been accused of inadequate identity verification processes or ties to extremist activities.

The draft proposal is still subject to review and possible modifications. Countries in the "Yellow" category may take steps to meet U.S. requirements, while nations under a full ban could pursue diplomatic negotiations. The final decision will determine the future of travel and relations between these countries and the U.S.