U.S. Department of Treasury Announces OFAC Sanctions Actions

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The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has shared updates about sanctions. On May 21, 2026, OFAC made some important changes to their list of sanctioned entities.

OFAC removed certain names from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This means their property and interests in property that were blocked are now unblocked.

The names removed include individuals and organizations linked to terrorism. One such individual is Ayadi Chafiq Bin Muhammad. His properties were unblocked following OFAC’s decision.

Another entity removed from the list is Lajnat al Daawa al Islamiyya. This organization, also known as the Islamic Call Committee, had its properties unblocked under the executive orders.

OFAC explained that these actions are based on Executive Order 13224. This order is aimed at blocking properties of those who support terrorism.

In addition to removals, OFAC added new names to the SDN List. Ayadi Chafiq Bin Muhammad, formerly unblocked, is re-designated. This means his properties and interests are again blocked.

OFAC determined that he supported Al Qa’ida, a known terrorist group. Lajnat al Daawa al Islamiyya is also back on the list. This organization is linked to Al Qa’ida as well.

These actions are based on the updated sanctions authority under Executive Order 13886. This order was part of the efforts to modernize sanctions related to combating terrorism.

For anyone seeking more details, the OFAC website provides complete information. The public can view the SDN List and find out more about sanctions programs there.

The changes in sanctions aim to prevent support for terrorist activities. The Treasury Department takes such measures seriously to safeguard the U.S. and its interests.

(Contact information for further details: OFAC, 202-622-2420, or visit their website at https://ofac.treasury.gov).

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