Why has Trump banned travel from these 12 countries?

The new restrictions primarily affect African and Middle Eastern nations, with a range of justifications given.

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Twelve countries face full bans, which will come into force on Monday. People from a further seven nations are facing partial restrictions.

Trump has depicted it as a matter of national security. He cited a recent attack on members of Colorado's Jewish community, which was allegedly carried out by an Egyptian national. Egypt itself is not on the banned list.

Other reasons cited include alleged breaking of US visa rules by people from the countries in question. Here is a closer look at some of the president's reasoning.

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