A State Department official told CNN that the agency could not disclose any information about the reason for the visa revocation , but that the students would be allowed to reapply for a visa at some point in the future . U.S. State Department cites security concerns as reason visas were withdrawn . seven Palestinians students were among seven who had earlier had visas pulled . Gaza reportedly acts to prevent the students from leaving Israel . Advocacy group says Palestinian need more access to higher education .
U.S. State Department cites security concerns as reason visas were withdrawn . seven Palestinians students were among seven who had earlier had visas pulled . Gaza reportedly acts to prevent the students from leaving Israel . Advocacy group says Palestinian need more access to higher education .