US Denies Visas to Former EU Commissioner and Activists Over Alleged Social Media Censorship" The U.S. State Department has imposed visa bans on five individuals, including former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton and activists from the UK and Germany, accusing them of attempting to coerce American social media companies into censoring content. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the individuals as part of a coordinated effort to suppress American speech and firms. Breton and other affected parties rejected the allegations, calling the actions a “witch hunt” and an attack on free speech. The visa restrictions are part of the U.S. government’s stated effort to counter extraterritorial censorship and uphold American sovereignty in online platforms. #USVisaBan #ThierryBreton #SocialMediaCensorship #FreeSpeech

Julius Malema Says He’ll Choose Nigeria and Jollof Over U.S. Visa Restrictions South African EFF leader Julius Malema has dismissed concerns over potential U.S. or U.K. visa bans, saying he does not rely on Western approval and would rather travel freely across African nations. In a fiery address, Malema declared he would happily come to Nigeria for Jollof if barred from America, recalling warm receptions and hospitality during past visits. His remarks form part of broader criticism of Western influence and growing speculation over possible travel sanctions linked to his radical economic and anti-imperialist stance. #JuliusMalema #AfricaPolitics #USVisaBan

US Halts Visa Issuance for Afghan Nationals After DC Shooting Involving Afghan Suspect The U.S. government has paused all visa issuance for Afghan passport holders following the fatal shooting of National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom by an Afghan national in Washington, D.C. The State Department said the suspension is immediate and aimed at protecting national security. The attacker, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who entered the U.S. in 2021, is being investigated for terrorism-related motives. The incident has intensified political tensions, with President Trump calling for a permanent ban on immigration from “Third World Countries. #USVisaBan #AfghanNationals #WashingtonShooting