The UAE has decided to add 19 individuals and entities to its Local Terrorist List for their links to the terrorist Muslim Brotherhood organisation. This decision has been made under Resolution No. (1) of 2025 issued by the UAE Cabinet, which approved the inclusion of 11 individuals and 8 entities in the approved list of individuals and organisations supporting terrorism (Local Terrorist List), in accordance with the laws and regulations of the United Arab Emirates.
The move is part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts, both locally and internationally, to target and dismantle networks linked to the financing of terrorism and related activities, both directly and indirectly.
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Source: Emirates News Agency
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