OFAC designated a senior Hizballah operative allegedly connected to terrorist attacks outside of Lebanon. OFAC stated that this individual is subject to secondary sanctions under the Hizballah Financial Sanctions Regulations.

All property and interests in property of this individual, as well as any entities owned 50 percent or more by him, that are in the United States or are in the possession or control of U.S. persons are now blocked and must be reported to OFAC. OFAC regulations also generally prohibit any dealings by U.S. persons, or within the United States, that involve this individual, his property or interests in property. Additionally, anyone found to be engaging in certain transactions with this individual may be designated as well, or subject to enforcement action.

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