20 Years After Invasion, Thousands of Iraqis in Limbo as They Await U.S. Visas

Delays in the U.S. refugee program for Iraqis who helped the U.S. during the Iraq War are caused by various problems, including attacks on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, a refugee database hack, the COVID-19 pandemic, and cuts to the program under former President Donald Trump.
The process of proving ties to the U.S. and getting approval is slow and difficult.
Iraqis waiting in Jordan as refugees struggle to find work or pay for their children's education.
The U.S. has programs to help Iraqis emigrate but the process takes too long, frustrating both applicants and those trying to help them.
Iraqis waiting for visas worry about their uncertain future.