• The mobile target is for students participating in the pro-Palestinian protests.
• Affected universities include prestigious private institutions.
• Some students lost their visas due to past traffic violations.
  

U.S. immigration authorities have revoked nearly 1,500 international students Al Jazera There are other media reports confirmed by the American Higher Education Journal within the United States Higher Education (IHE).

The move was reportedly targeted at students participating in pro-Palestinian protests on U.S. university campuses.

The report shows that visa revocation is not only direct participation in protests, but also individuals who are indirectly involved in the cause of Palestinianism.

Gulf media pointed out that the U.S. government accused these students of inciting anti-Semitism, but these claims were strongly rejected by students, lawyers and social activists.

It is worth noting that many Jewish activists and groups have been at the forefront of these protests.

Although U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the withdrawal of 300 student visas at the end of March, the number of students affected is relatively high.

The Immigration Lawyer Association reported that 4,700 students were removed from the immigration database, known as the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

As of April 17, the National Association of Foreign Student Advisers (NAFSA) said 1,400 students are now facing deportation, while the IHE confirmed that 1,489 students have lost their visas.

Which American universities are affected?

These visa cancellations affect students at 240 universities and universities in the United States, including prestigious private institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, Ohio State and the University of Maryland, as well as various liberal arts colleges.

Why revoke your visa?

The move by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is due to its claim that it tries to stop activists from taking over campuses.

“We are not importing activists into the United States. Learn here. They are going to have classes here. They are not leading the activist movement here, which are subversive and undermine our universities,” Rubio said on March 28.

The massive visa revocation has attracted widespread attention and anxiety among the international student community as they report that their legal status in the United States has terminated without any notice.

Mohammad Ali Syed, who leads an immigration practice group in Washington, D.C., noted that pro-Palestinian activities are not the only reason for visa cancellation.

Said noted that some students lost their visas due to past traffic violations, or in some cases there is no clear explanation.

“This broad action has led to legal challenges and has raised concerns about due process and the impact on higher education institutions in the United States,” Said said.

He urged affected students to quickly seek advice from immigration lawyers to explore legal options to protect their rights.

“Students can file lawsuits in federal court, claiming violations of due process and attempting to restore their legal status. For example, students at the University of Michigan have filed legal proceedings against the Department of Homeland Security, alleging that their F-1 status was terminated without sufficient notice or interpretation.”

He added that in emergencies, students can also file a temporary restraining order (TRO) to prevent deportation and maintain their identity as legal struggles unfold.

Which students are affected?