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Pause on visa processing leaves Iranian nationals anxious

NPR | By Arezou Rezvani

Published June 4, 2026 at 3:41 AM CDT

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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 reporter and senior editor for NPR's Morning Edition. She's also founding editor of Up First, NPR's daily news podcast.