State Department Brands Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif Terror Orgs
Published Date: 5/5/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. government officially labels Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as Foreign Terrorist Organizations starting May 5, 2025. This means these groups and their aliases face strict legal and financial restrictions, including freezing assets and banning support. Anyone connected to them should expect serious consequences right away.
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Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif Designated
On May 5, 2025, the U.S. Department of State officially designated Viv Ansanm (and listed aliases) and Gran Grif (and listed aliases) as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. The designations take effect upon publication in the Federal Register.
Asset Freezes and Support Prohibitions
Starting May 5, 2025, the designated groups face strict legal and financial restrictions, including freezing of assets and bans on providing support to them. The notice warns that anyone connected to these organizations should expect serious consequences immediately.
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