Washington's Visa Ban Deals New Blow To 'Stranded' Afghans
Briefly

Samar, an Afghan refugee awaiting resettlement in the US, expresses deep concern over a new travel ban by President Trump affecting Afghanistan and other countries. This ban adds to the already precarious situation of thousands of Afghans who were evacuated after the Taliban's return to power in August 2021. Despite some avenues for resettlement through Special Immigrant Visas, the extended waiting period and heightened restrictions have led to a drain on their mental and physical well-being. The announcement of the travel ban further complicates the already uncertain futures of families like Samar's.
The ongoing uncertainty for thousands of Afghan families awaiting resettlement in the US continues to cause immense emotional strain, exacerbated by the recent travel ban.
Samar, an Afghan refugee, fears that dreams of resettlement in the US may never materialize due to national security concerns stated in the latest travel ban.
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