Claim:
A widely circulated social media post claims that the United States has prepared a new list of travel restrictions, including 63 countries, among them Pakistan. The report suggests that Pakistan has been placed in an “Orange Category,” and if the list is approved, Pakistani citizens could face immigration and tourist visa restrictions.
The claim first surfaced in @nytimes, which reported that the @realDonaldTrump administration was reviewing a draft proposal to impose new travel restrictions on 43 countries. Following the @nytimes‘s report, the alleged list gained significant traction on social media, fueling speculation among social media users.
The story was further amplified when major international media outlets, including @timesofindia, @IndianExpress, @euronews, @AJEnglish, and several prominent news organizations, reported on it. Some of these reports referenced @nytimes, while others provided independent analysis.
Reality:
A thorough investigation by Fake News Watchdog has confirmed that this claim is false and misleading. The U.S. Department of State (@StateDept) has categorically denied the existence of any such travel ban list. State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce (@statedeptspox) addressed the issue in a press briefing, stating: “There is no such list under preparation, nor is any policy under review that aligns with these claims.”
She further clarified: “While the U.S. is conducting a comprehensive review of its visa policies as part of national security measures, no specific country is being targeted. Under the President’s executive order, we are evaluating what policies best enhance security and determine visa eligibility criteria.”
Conclusion:
Official statements from the U.S. government confirm that no such travel ban list exists. The viral claims are unfounded and speculative. Until an official announcement is made by U.S. authorities, such reports should not be considered credible. Therefore, the public is advised to rely only on verified sources before sharing information to prevent the spread of misinformation. #USTravelBan #visarestrictions #FakeNews
