Designation of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization

On January 22, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order initiating the process to designate Ansar Allah, known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. This action, supported by evidence of the group's attacks on U.S. Navy ships and regional partners, aims to curb their capabilities and disrupt their resources. The designation could have significant implications for U.S. foreign policy and aid, potentially affecting humanitarian operations in Yemen and altering diplomatic relations in the Middle East.