In response, Mali and Burkina Faso have confirmed they are banning U.S. citizens from entering their countries. Mali’s foreign ministry said the decision was based on the “principle of reciprocity,” meaning American nationals will now face the same conditions imposed on Malian citizens.
Burkina Faso’s government released a similar statement, echoing that rationale. The two nations join Niger, which recently announced a permanent ban on issuing visas to U.S. citizens and an indefinite prohibition on their entry, according to regional news agencies.
Previously, Chad also suspended visa issuance to Americans after being included on an earlier U.S. travel ban list. The developments highlight growing diplomatic tensions following the expansion of U.S. travel restrictions, with several affected countries choosing to respond with reciprocal measures of their own.
