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Asharq Al-Awsat
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UAE Designates One Individual, 5 Entities as Terrorists

A general view of Abu Dhabi, UAE. (WAM)

The United Arab Emirates cabinet designated one individual and five entities on its approved list of persons and organizations supporting terrorism (Local Terrorist List).

WAM News Agency reported that the decision comes within the framework of the UAE's keenness to target and disrupt networks associated with financing terrorism and its associated activities.

All regulatory authorities are ordered to monitor and identify all affiliated individuals or entities with any financial or commercial relationship with those listed.

Authorities should take the necessary measures according to the laws in force in the country, including the freezing of all financial assets in less than 24 hours.

The companies and individuals listed have been linked to supporting the terrorist Houthi militia, which uses these funds to target civilian facilities and civilians.

The list includes Abdo Abdullah Dael Ahmed, al-Alamiyah Express Company for Exchange and Remittance, al-Hadha Exchange Company, Moaz Abdulla Dael For Import and Export, Vessel: Three - Type: Bulk Carrier, and Peridot Shipping and Trading.

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