EO 14175
Designation of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
National SecurityForeign PolicyLaw Enforcement
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Summary
This executive order initiates a process to designate Ansar Allah (the Houthis) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under U.S. law. The order directs the Secretary of State to submit a report within 30 days and take action on the designation within 45 days, while also requiring a review of USAID partnerships in Yemen to identify entities with connections to the group.
Key Points
- 1Directs the Secretary of State to report on and pursue formal designation of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under the Immigration and Nationality Act within specified timeframes
- 2Cites Houthi attacks on U.S. Navy vessels, civilian infrastructure in the Middle East, and commercial shipping in the Red Sea as justification for the designation process
- 3Requires USAID and the Secretary of State to review and potentially terminate contracts and grants with organizations in Yemen that have made payments to Ansar Allah or its affiliated entities or have opposed counter-terrorism efforts
- 4States U.S. policy is to work with regional partners to eliminate the group's capabilities and deprive it of resources
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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