23 Countries the U.S. Warns Americans Against Visiting Now: The Full Story

2. Belarus: Russia's Ally, Risky Territory

Still firmly under a "Do Not Travel" warning, Belarus's complicity with Russia in the Ukraine conflict and its arbitrary enforcement of laws pose severe risks. U.S. citizens face potential harassment, detention without due process, and the alarming possibility of being singled out due to their nationality. The limited U.S. consular support further amplifies dangers. The full story isn't just political tension; it's the tangible risk of becoming a pawn in a larger geopolitical game, with your rights and safety highly vulnerable.