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Treasury Targeting Criminal Networks Diverting Funds to Terror Groups Like Al Shabaab

30 October 2026 · Single source · Edition 21

The U.S. Treasury Department is actively targeting criminal networks responsible for diverting funds to terrorist organizations, including Al Shabaab, according to comments from a Treasury official. This initiative aims to disrupt the financial lifelines of these groups, thereby weakening their operational capabilities. The focus is on international efforts to combat terror financing.

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