Baerbock remains unaffected by entry bans - misinformations expose!

Baerbock remains unaffected by entry bans - misinformations expose!

The discussion about entry restrictions for the USA is currently in full swing, especially with regard to the trip of Annalena Baerbock, the German Foreign Minister. Despite incorrect reports about an entry ban, Baerbock can continue to travel to the USA. This confirms the Federal Foreign Office and contradicts reports that you supposedly identified on a "black list".

like FOCUS US visa able to enter the United States. In addition, a new regulation came into force on June 9, 2025, which provides for bans on entry for citizens from 19 countries. The focus is on states in Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean, whereby Germany is not affected.

Details about the entry bans

The ban on entry is completely concerned with the nationals from twelve countries, including Afghanistan, Myanmar and Iran. Partial travel restrictions apply to a further seven countries, such as Burundi and Cuba. These measures, which have been introduced by US President Donald Trump, are supposed to ensure the protection of US citizens from potential extremist threats, as the Tagesschau

• Complete entry ban for:
  • Afghanistan
  • myanmar
  • Chad
  • Republic of Congo
  • equatorial guinea
  • eritrea
  • Haiti
  • Iran
  • Libya
  • Somalia
  • Sudan
  • jemen
• partially restrictions for:
  • Burundi
  • kuba
  • laos
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo
  • turkmenistan
  • Venezuela

These new travel restrictions could affect a wider target group to people than earlier regulations during Trump's first term. Rumors about possible ducts of the entry bans to up to 36 other countries also affect the debate. Visa for the countries affected was already around 170,000 last year, which fears that the new measures could have a significant impact on travelers.

criticism and reactions

The introduction of these restrictions causes a mix of consent and criticism both in the USA and internationally. Democrats express concern about the isolation that these decisions bring and warn of a split. Some international voices, especially from the countries concerned, have sharply criticized the measures. While Somalia is ready to discuss solutions for security problems, Venezuela describes the US government as fascist.