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The United States has announced an immediate, indefinite suspension of allimmigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, Iran, Brazil, Egypt, Thailand, Nigeria, and Somalia. This sweeping ban, effective January 21, 2025, reportedly impacts 19% of all US visa applications. Washington cites national security risks and a lack of cooperation in identity verification and information sharing as the reasons, though critics argue the move mirrors controversial travel restrictions seen in previous administrations.
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