Designating Wagner Group as Foreign Terrorist Organization: New Sanctions and Consequences.
This act aims to officially designate the Russian-based Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization. This means the group's actions, including those against civilians, will be treated as terrorism, potentially leading to stricter sanctions and hindering their operations. For US citizens and allies, the act seeks to enhance security by combating groups threatening international stability.
Key points
The Wagner Group will be officially designated as a foreign terrorist organization within 90 days of the act's enactment.
This designation will also apply to all affiliated and successor entities of the Wagner Group engaging in malign activities against the US and its allies.
The President of the United States can waive sanctions if deemed in the national security interest of the United States.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5164
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2022-12-01