But it is not just Americans that face an alleged ban from visiting Europe. Visitors from Russia, China, Brazil, and developing nations like Uganda, Cuba, and Vietnam are also reportedly unwelcome, too. The lists of potential national travelers were reportedly shared with The New York Times by “an official involved in the talks and confirmed by another official involved in the talks.” RELATED: For more up-to-date information, sign up for our daily newsletter.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb Two additional European Union officials confirmed the content of the lists as well as the reported negotiations among EU countries over the acceptable visitor nationalities based on how countries are faring with the coronavirus pandemic. “All of the officials gave the information on condition of anonymity because the issue is politically delicate,” says The Times. The travel and tourist industry is a significant part of the European economy, particularly during the summer season. While the practical number of travelers affected by this possible ban is certainly not as significant in a non-pandemic period, a travel ban for United States citizens is not a positive trend. And for more on the global COVID-19 situation, check out The World’s Record Spike in COVID Cases Is Thanks to These Countries.
