The United States has taken its sanctions policy targeting Islamic movements in the Middle East a step further. The Treasury Department added three individuals and three entities to its sanctions list, headed by Muslim Brotherhood Secretary-General Mahmud al-Ibyari, on the grounds that they provided funding to Hamas.
In its statement, the department alleged that two of the targeted entities were "sham charities" linked to the Muslim Brotherhood and had funneled significant funds to Hamas's military wing. The statement also claimed that the Muslim Brotherhood continued to obstruct peaceful resolution efforts in Gaza.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, "The Trump administration will relentlessly pursue those it designates as terrorists and their financiers. Whether they operate as charities, companies, or through covert financial networks, supporters of Hamas will be exposed, punished, and held accountable."
Alongside UK-based Muslim Brotherhood leader Mahmud al-Ibyari, the sanctions list also includes the Indonesia-based company "Togah Polah Global." The company, which reportedly operated under the alias "Seven Spikes Global," was alleged to have raised funds for Hamas's military wing.
The "Meded Filistin Aid Association" in Gaza was also placed under sanctions. The US Treasury Department alleged that the association was originally established to collect aid for civilians but was diverted by Hamas for military purposes.
A foreign exchange and financial services network operating in Turkey was also targeted by the sanctions. Washington alleged that the network transferred hundreds of thousands of dollars to Hamas.
The US State Department, in its assessment of the sanctions, maintained that the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas managed front organizations that transferred money to support terrorism. The State Department added that all of the sanctioned individuals resided outside of Egypt and provided material support to Hamas.
Pursuant to the sanctions decision, all assets of the listed individuals and entities in the US or in the possession of Americans will be frozen. All financial and commercial transactions with these individuals and entities are prohibited, and entities in which they hold a 50 percent or greater stake will also be subject to the same restrictions.
The US Treasury Department warned international financial institutions and individuals outside the US that they could face secondary sanctions if they facilitate transactions for those on the list.
The Trump administration also designated the Muslim Brotherhood's branches in Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon as "terrorist organizations" in January 2026 and imposed sanctions.
