<h1>International Students Face New Visa Interview Suspension Amid Enhanced Social Media Background Checks and Screening Protocols</h1> A new US State Department policy suspends visa interviews for international students pending enhanced social media vetting. The guidance affects F-1, J-1, and M-1 visa categories, impacting approximately 1.1 million international students. The move follows recent administrative actions targeting international student enrollment, with concerns raised about potential negative impacts on academic institutions and cultural exchange. The policy introduces additional scrutiny of international students' backgrounds and social media activities, creating uncertainty in the academic community.