Key Facts

• President Trump issued a travel ban effective from Monday, targeting countries in Africa and the Middle East.
• Twelve countries face full travel bans, and seven countries face partial restrictions.
• The ban is based on national security concerns, highlighting incidents like an attack in Colorado by an Egyptian individual.
• Afghanistan is cited for having a terrorist group in control and issues with visa overstays.
• Iran is called a state sponsor of terrorism, and it allegedly fails to cooperate on security matters.
• Somalia is labeled a "terrorist safe haven" with weak government control.
• Libya is mentioned for its "historical terrorist presence."
• Haiti has high numbers of migrants in the US, with concerns over criminal networks and visa overstays.