| | ![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081104004414im_/http://www.state.gov/images/clearpixel.gif) Countries and Other AreasInformation about countries (including dependencies and areas of special sovereignty) is available through the links at left. The list is sorted alphabetically by short-form names. For long-form names, please refer to the Background Notes or see the list of Independent States of the World. ![Clickable Map of WHA Region - Alternate Links to the Left of Screen](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081104004414im_/http://www.state.gov/cms_images/WHA_web1.jpg) | | Highlights | Visit Consular Affairs to keep up with Travel Warnings, travel-related Public Announcements, and other items of interest to travelers. Read DHS press release regarding the end of Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) temporary accommodation. |
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