US Labels Sudan's Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist

0:00On March 12th, large crowds have taken to the streets in Sudan to celebrate a major U.S. decision. The Trump administration has officially labeled the Sudanese branch of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. This specially designated global terrorist listing comes from the state and treasury departments and takes full effect on March 16th. Earlier this week, senior adviser Masad Boulos announced the move as part of a wider push against extremist groups. It stems from an executive order President Trump signed on November 24th, 2025. That order targets Muslim Brotherhood chapters worldwide for their role in violence and instability. Sudanese protesters are out in force, waving signs and thanking President Trump. Many say this fulfills a demand they've pushed for 35 years amid decades of conflict tied to Islamist factions. Social media is buzzing with images of the marches. The designation aims to freeze assets, block funding, and disrupt operations linked to these groups.

1:01Officials point to their ties to militias in Sudan's ongoing civil war, including some backed by Iran. These factions have fueled atrocities and blocked peace efforts between rival generals. As Sudan grapples with his fourth year fighting, this step offers hope to civilians suffering from the violence. The U.S. continues pressing for a humanitarian truce to get aid flowing.