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Pause on visa processing leaves Iranian nationals anxious

NPR | By Arezou Rezvani
Published June 4, 2026 at 4:41 AM EDT

The U.S. has long attracted top talent to come study and work. Many are now at risk of being deported because of a pause on visa processing. For Iranian nationals, returning home is risky.

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Arezou Rezvani
Arezou Rezvani is a senior editor for NPR's Morning Edition and founding editor of Up First, NPR's daily news podcast.
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