US Visa Ban Sparks Diplomatic Demands from Pakistan and Thailand

Pakistan and Thailand have formally asked the United States for "details and clarification" on a new American visa ban. The policy restricts visas for individuals believed to have interfered with the deportation of their own citizens from the US. The Pakistani government stated it is in contact with US officials. It expressed hope that "routine processing of immigrant visas will resume soon." The specific reasons for the ban and the number of people affected remain unclear. Both nations are now seeking more information from Washington. The move highlights growing diplomatic friction over US immigration enforcement. It also raises concerns for families awaiting visa processing in both countries.