US to deny visas to anti-Israel individuals: Marco Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the implementation of a “vigorous new visa policy” aimed at preventing foreign nationals who express anti-Israel sentiments from entering the United States.

Rubio stated that the updated policy reflects a broader effort by the State Department to counter rising global antisemitism and protect U.S. interests.

“We are taking a firm stance against hate and extremism,” he said, emphasizing that individuals promoting violence or hostility toward Israel will face heightened scrutiny and potential visa denial.

The announcement has sparked debate over the balance between national security and freedom of expression, particularly as the new policy may impact activists, academics, and political figures abroad.

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Further details on the implementation and criteria of the visa policy are expected to be released in the coming weeks.

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🇺🇲🇮🇱 Marco Rubio officially announced that anyone who dares to criticize Israel will NOT be granted a visa to enter the United States.

Btw this doesn't apply if you criticise the US itself. pic.twitter.com/bfJKegCTTR

— Megatron (@Megatron_ron) May 29, 2025

The United States will “aggressively revoke” the visas of Chinese students studying in the country, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced, as the administration of President Donald Trump continues its crackdown on foreign students enrolled at higher education institutions.

Rubio announced the shock move in a post on X, as well as a State Department statement published late on Wednesday, titled “New Visa Policies Put America First, Not China”.