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The U.S. State Department has officially designated Yahya al-Sayyid Ibrahim Musa and Alaa Ali Ali Mohammed Al-Samahi as Specially Designated Global Terrorists. This decision was made under the authority of several Executive Orders aimed at targeting individuals associated with terrorism. Both individuals are recognized as leaders of Harakat Sawa'd Misr, a group whose assets have been previously blocked by the Secretary of State. The designation means their assets in the United States are frozen, but no prior notice of this action was given to them, as it was determined that such a notice could compromise the effectiveness of the restrictions.

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.

The Secretary of State, Michael R. Pompeo, has officially classified the Republic of Cuba as a state that supports international terrorism. This designation follows specific U.S. laws including the Export Administration Act of 1979 and the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The determination requires this decision to be published in the Federal Register.

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.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, has made available Revision 9 to the Maritime Security (MARSEC) Directive 104-6. This directive provides important guidelines for U.S. ships operating in areas where terrorism, piracy, and ship robbery are common. Since this information is sensitive, it's not available to the public, but U.S. vessel owners and operators affected by previous versions should contact their local Coast Guard contact for a copy. The new revision also updates high-risk water locations and responsibilities and highlights some changes like reducing electronic vessel transmissions in certain areas.

The State Department has designated Niamat Hama Rahim Hama Sharif, also known as Saed Tawealy and Sa'ad Tawela, as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. This designation was made under Executive Order 13224, which targets leaders of terrorist groups, in this case, the al-Qa'ida Kurdish Battalions. The order blocks any property or interests Sharif might have in the U.S. Additionally, it's noted that no advance notice will be provided to Sharif about this action, as it could make the order ineffective.

The State Department has designated Fuad Ahmad Nuri Ali al-Shakan, also known by several other names, as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist under Executive Order 13224. This designation identifies him as a leader of the al-Qa'ida Kurdish Battalions, whose assets are subject to blocking. The decision was made to prevent providing prior notice to certain individuals due to concerns that it could undermine the effectiveness of the blocking measures. This notice was issued by Michael R. Pompeo and will be published in the Federal Register.

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.

The State Department has designated a group known as Ansarallah, also called Ansar Allah or Partisans of God, as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. This decision is based on their involvement or risk of involvement in terrorist activities that threaten U.S. national security and foreign policy. The order prevents any advance notice to the individuals affected, as this could undermine the government's ability to effectively block their assets. Michael R. Pompeo, who was the Secretary of State at the time, signed the order on January 12, 2021.

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.