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New US visa policy flags fear of return as grounds for rejection

The US has introduced a visa rule requiring non-immigrant applicants to disclose whether they fear returning to their home country. Those who say yes may be denied visas, as officials aim to curb asylum misuse by screening claims earlier. Critics warn it could block genuine travelers and asylum seekers.

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