TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Donald Trump's travel ban on citizens from 12 countries has officially taken effect on Monday, June 9, 2025, amidst the growing political tensions over the U.S.'s tough immigration crackdown.
As reported by Al Jazeera, the policy announced last week was deemed by Trump as a necessary move to prevent the entry of "terrorists."
Trump's decision was enforced amidst chaos in the streets of Los Angeles as protesters clashed with the police and National Guard forces following a wave of arrests by immigration authorities.
This divisive order resurrects similar actions launched during Trump's first term, when travelers from several predominantly Muslim countries were barred from entering the U.S. Many countries affected by the new order are plagued by war and large-scale displacement.
According to the Associated Press, there were no immediate disruptions seen at Los Angeles International Airport a few hours after the new ban took effect.
This order applies to citizens of Afghanistan, Chad, Eritrea, Equatorial Guinea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Myanmar, the Republic of Congo, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.
Heightened restrictions are also imposed on individuals from Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.
Trump stated that the countries facing full travel ban have been proven to harbor a "large-scale presence of terrorists," fail to cooperate in visa security, and are unable to verify travelers' identities.
According to Trump, these countries also have inadequate criminal history records and high rates of visa overstay in the U.S.
Based on guidelines issued last Friday, the new ban does not revoke previously issued visas for individuals from the listed countries. However, it is still unclear how this rule will be implemented at the entry ports.
During Trump's first term, similar travel bans resulted in confusion and disrupted travel. In his announcement of the new restrictions last week, Trump mentioned that the action was prompted by a recent "terrorist attack" against Jewish people in the state of Colorado, U.S.
The group had been staging a protest in solidarity with captives in Gaza when they were attacked by an Egyptian man who, according to the White House, had overstayed his visa.
Trump referred to the attack as underscoring the "extreme dangers posed to our country by the entry of foreign nationals who are not properly vetted." He warned that new countries can be added to the ban list as "threats emerge around the world."
Egypt is not among the countries affected by the ban or increased surveillance.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, warned that the "broad and sweeping nature of the new travel ban raises concerns from the perspective of international law."
Editor’s Choice: U.S. National Guard Clashes with Pro-Immigration Demonstrators in Los Angeles
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Trump Orders Arrest of Masked Protesters in LA Pro-Immigration Rallies
32 menit lalu
The situation in LA is becoming increasingly tense following demonstrations against immigration policies. Donald Trump has ordered the arrest of protesters.
U.S. National Guard Clashes with Pro-Immigration Demonstrators in Los Angeles
4 jam lalu
The clash in Los Angeles occurred hours after an extraordinary military deployment ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump.
US Troops Make First Detention in Trump's Border Military Zone
9 jam lalu
US troops have made their first detention within the military area established at the US-Mexico border.
Trump Reportedly Plans to Sell His Tesla Vehicle
21 jam lalu
Donald Trump is considering selling or giving away his Tesla. The decision to sell this car follows the dispute between Trump and Elon Musk.
Russia Offers Political Asylum to Elon Musk Following Dispute with Trump
1 hari lalu
A Russian lawmaker hinted that Elon Musk could seek political asylum in Russia.
Elon Musk's Wealth Plummets by US$34 Billion Due to Dispute With Trump
1 hari lalu
Elon Musk's wealth has drastically declined, threatening his status as the richest person in the world due to his dispute with Trump.
List of 12 Countries Whose Citizens Are Banned from Entering the US
1 hari lalu
President Donald Trump has decided to ban travel from 12 countries following a recent attack during a protest in Colorado.
Trump Administration Warns Columbia University on Student Safety Concerns
3 hari lalu
The Trump administration accuses Columbia University of failing to protect Jewish students.
Trump's Travel Ban: Why 12 Countries Were Targeted
3 hari lalu
The Donald Trump administration believes some countries are uncooperative in sharing information.
Trump and Xi Jinping Hold Phone Call in Bid to Ease US-China Tensions
3 hari lalu
President Xi Jinping officially invited President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump to visit China.
