Pakistan, June 7 -- TEHRAN - Iran strongly condemned the new U.S. travel ban affecting citizens of 12 mostly Middle Eastern and African countries, calling the move a reflection of "a racist and supremacist mindset" in Washington.

The criticism came after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday, reimposing strict entry restrictions on countries similar to those targeted during his first term. The policy will take effect from June 9 and cites national security concerns.

Iran's Foreign Ministry Director General for Iranian Expatriates Affairs, Alireza Hashemi, stated that this ban clearly shows the deep hostility of American policymakers toward Iran and Muslim communities. He called the move a violation of basic ...