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  • 2025-03629 — Foreign Terrorist Organization Designation of Ansarallah
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11352
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The State Department has officially designated Ansarallah (also known as Houthi group) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This decision came after consulting with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury, concluding there is enough evidence to support the designation. The announcement was made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and takes effect upon its publication in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department has decided to officially name a group called Ansarallah, also known as the Houthi group, as a terrorist organization, which means they think this group is dangerous and involved in bad actions. This decision was made after talking with other important people in the government to be really sure, and it’s now officially announced in a special government book called the Federal Register.

  • 2021-03191 — In the Matter of the Revocation of the Designation of Ansarallah (and Other Aliases) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9568
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The State Department has officially revoked the designation of Ansarallah, also known by other names, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. This decision was made in coordination with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury. The revocation is carried out under the authority of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This change will be documented in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department decided that a group called Ansarallah is no longer considered bad enough to be called a "Foreign Terrorist Organization." They talked with other important people in the government before making this choice, but they didn’t say why they made the decision or what might happen next.

  • 2021-00600 — Review and Amendment of the Designation of ISIL-Sinai Province (and Other Aliases) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3227
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The State Department has decided to keep the group known as ISIL-Sinai Province labeled as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. The review, conducted with input from the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury, concluded that the group's activities and threat level have not changed significantly. Additionally, several new aliases for the group, including ISIS-Sinai Province and Wilayat Sayna, have been officially recognized and added to the designation. This determination, signed by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, will be published in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has decided to continue calling a group, known as ISIL-Sinai Province, a "bad guy" group because they still do dangerous things, and they've added new names for this group to make sure everyone knows who they're talking about.

  • 2021-01001 — In the Matter of the Designation of Ansarallah (and other Aliases) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 5305
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The State Department has officially designated the group Ansarallah, also known by various other names such as Ansar Allah and Supporters of God, as a foreign terrorist organization. This decision was made after consulting with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury and is based on a review of relevant evidence as outlined in section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The announcement, signed by the then Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, is recorded in the Federal Register, formally stating the group's designation.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department decided that a group called Ansarallah, which has other names like Ansar Allah, is dangerous and is now officially labeled as a terrorist group. They did this after getting advice from other important people in the government and checking lots of information.

  • 2021-00618 — Review of the Designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization of Palestinian Islamic Jihad (and Other Aliases)
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3227
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The document is a notice from the State Department regarding the organization known as Palestinian Islamic Jihad. After reviewing relevant records and consulting with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of State, Michael R. Pompeo, decided to maintain the designation of this group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. This decision was made because the conditions that led to the initial designation have not changed, and it is deemed necessary for the national security of the United States. The notice was published in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. State Department has decided to keep calling a group called Palestinian Islamic Jihad a "bad guy group" that they believe is dangerous, and they think this is important for keeping the country safe. They checked with some other important people in the government before deciding this.

  • 2021-00608 — In the Matter of the Designation of Harakat Sawa'd Misr (and Other Aliases) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3228
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Secretary of State, Michael R. Pompeo, has reviewed evidence and worked with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury to determine that Harakat Sawa'd Misr and its aliases meet the criteria of a foreign terrorist organization under U.S. law. This decision means that Harakat Sawa'd Misr and its various names are officially designated as a foreign terrorist organization according to section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This designation will be published in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has officially labeled a group called Harakat Sawa'd Misr as dangerous, like a bad guys club, so they can take special action against them, but they didn't explain all the reasons or what might happen next.

  • 2025-02873 — Foreign Terrorist Organization Designations of Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha, Cartel de Sinaloa, Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion, Carteles Unidos, Cartel del Noreste, Cartel del Golfo, and La Nueva Familia Michoacana
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10030
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The State Department has designated several organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations under section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. These groups include Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13), Cartel de Sinaloa, Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion, Carteles Unidos, Cartel del Noreste, Cartel del Golfo, and La Nueva Familia Michoacana. This decision, made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, follows consultations with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury. The designations will become effective once published in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department has named some groups, including Tren de Aragua and MS-13, as dangerous and told everyone they are like "bad guys." This decision will stand once it appears in a special government book.

  • 2021-00601 — Review and Amendment of the Designation of Lashkar i Jhangvi (and Other Aliases) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3228
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The State Department, under Secretary Michael R. Pompeo, decided to maintain the designation of Lashkar i Jhangvi and its aliases as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. After reviewing the administrative record and consulting with the Attorney General and the Treasury Secretary, it was determined that there was no change in circumstances justifying the revocation of this status. Additionally, new aliases such as Lashkar e Jhangvi al-Alami and LeJ al-Alami have been added to the designation. This decision will be recorded in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department decided to keep calling a group called Lashkar i Jhangvi a "bad group" because they do dangerous things, and they even added some new names this group might use to the list of "bad names." They think it's important so everyone knows to be careful with them.

  • 2025-02103 — Designation of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 8639
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    In Executive Order 14175, the President outlines a process to consider designating Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under U.S. law. This decision follows Ansar Allah's aggressive actions, including attacks on U.S. Navy ships and civilians, and their role in destabilizing the Middle East. The order instructs the Secretary of State to report on the designation within 30 days and take appropriate steps thereafter, while also requiring USAID to review and possibly terminate relationships with entities connected to Ansar Allah. The order highlights the need for cooperation with regional partners to counter threats posed by Ansar Allah.

    Simple Explanation

    The President has made a plan to decide if a group called Ansar Allah, who are being naughty and causing trouble, should be called a "bad guy" group. Some important people need to check and see if that's the right thing to do, and they have to be careful because stopping them might make it hard to help the good people in their area.