Asaib Ahl al-Haq
عصائب اهل الحق
Iraqi militia
🚫 Sanctions record
Asaib Ahl al-Haq (Iraqi militia) is designated on the US Treasury's OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the SDGT, FTO programs. Artesh has recorded 75 mentions in news coverage, most recently on October 18, 2026.
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View Timeline →Qais al-Khazali: Resistance Will Build the Country Just as It Freed Iraq
Qais al-Khazali, leader of the Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq movement, asserts that the resistance movement that liberated Iraq is also capable of rebuilding it. This shift…
Qais al-Khazali's Call to Avoid Complicity in the Oppression of Muslim Nations
Qais al-Khazali has called for unity among Iraqis and their leaders to avoid internal divisions and accusations of treachery. This is significant as it reflects…
Setback in US-backed Disarmament of Iran-linked Militias in Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has pledged to control weapons within the state, but militias such as Asaib Ahl al-Haq have not shown any credible…
U.S. Military Strikes Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq Amid Rising Tensions
The U.S. military has conducted strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, specifically targeting groups like Kataib Hezbollah, Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, and the Badr Organization. This…
Understanding the Role of Iranian-Backed Armed Groups in Iraq
The article provides an overview of Iranian-backed armed groups operating in Iraq, detailing their origins, affiliations, and roles in regional conflicts. Key groups include Kata'ib…
Reuters: Iran's Oil Smuggling Network and Its Proxy Groups in Iraq Generate Annual Revenue of One Billion Dollars
A complex oil smuggling network in Iraq generates at least one billion dollars annually for Iran and its proxy groups. This network exploits Iraqi government…
Iran's Ambassador in Baghdad: We Were Not Successful in Pursuing Kurdish Opponents
Iran's ambassador in Baghdad admitted to a lack of success in addressing Kurdish opposition in Iraq, following military actions against them. This situation highlights ongoing…
Warning from Iranian-backed Militia Group to American Marines
Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq, has declared American Marines in the country as 'occupying forces' and threatened confrontation if they do not…
Islamic State Group Sets Oil Wells Around Tikrit on Fire
The Islamic State group set fire to oil wells around Tikrit to hinder the advance of Iraqi forces. This action highlights the ongoing conflict in…
Abu Bakar Bashir Rearrested After Release from Prison - 2004-04-30
Abu Bakar Bashir, a Muslim cleric suspected of terrorism, was re-arrested in Indonesia immediately after being released from prison due to new evidence against him.…
Reduction of Abu Bakar Bashir's Prison Sentence, Indonesian Muslim Cleric - 2004-03-12
The Indonesian Supreme Court has reduced the prison sentence of radical cleric Abu Bakar Bashir from three years to 15 months, prompting international criticism. Foreign…
Nine-Day Visit of the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security to Southeast Asia - 2004-03-08
Tom Ridge, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, is on a nine-day visit to Southeast Asia, starting in Singapore, to discuss counter-terrorism efforts. Approximately 40…
10 Years in Prison for Man Involved in Deadly Hotel Bombing in Jakarta
An Indonesian court sentenced Sardona Sili Wangi to 10 years in prison for his role in the August bombing of the Marriott Hotel in Jakarta,…
Trial of Second Suspect in Jakarta Marriott Hotel Bombing Begins
The trial of Muhammad Rais, accused of aiding the 2003 Marriott Hotel bombing in Jakarta, has commenced. The bombing resulted in the deaths of 12…
Extension of Detention for 4 Muslim Students in Indonesia - 2003-12-19
Four Muslim students in Indonesia have had their detention extended due to alleged connections with Hambali, a suspected terrorist leader. They are accused of aiding…
Malaysian Police Release Four Detained Students
Malaysian police released four students detained on suspicion of terrorism links after being expelled from Pakistan. They were part of a larger group, with nine…
Trial of Two Men Accused of Involvement in Deadly Bali Bombings Begins
The trial of two men linked to the 2002 Bali bombings has commenced in Indonesia, where they face charges of aiding in bomb construction and…
Trial of Two Indonesians Linked to Last Year's Deadly Bali Bombings Has Begun
The trial of two Indonesians accused of aiding the main suspects in the Bali bombings has commenced. One has been linked to renting a house…
Hambali to be Extradited for Trial to Indonesia
The U.S. has agreed to extradite Hambali, a key figure in the Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist group, to Indonesia for trial after completing his interrogation. This…
An Indonesian Armed Rebel Killed in Southern Philippines
An Indonesian rebel named Fathur Rahman Al-Qozi was killed in a clash in the southern Philippines after escaping police custody. He was linked to the…