US labels Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist groups
The United States has officially designated the Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations. This move fulfills a longstanding demand from Arab allies and US conservatives. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision, emphasizing the US commitment to counter the group’s influence. The designation targets the Brotherhood’s resources and restricts its members’ activities.
What we know
- The United States imposed terrorist designations on the Lebanese, Jordanian, and Egyptian chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the move is part of an ongoing effort to counter the group’s violence and destabilization.
- The designation blocks the Brotherhood’s assets in the US and criminalizes transactions with the group.
- The US cited the Brotherhood’s support for Hamas and alliances with groups like Hezbollah in Lebanon as reasons for the decision.
- Egypt welcomed the action, highlighting the group’s threat to regional and international security.
