Imposing Certain Sanctions on Persons Undermining Peace, Security, and Stability in the West Bank

2024-02-05Executive Order 14115
Signed by: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
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Headline: Blocks Property and Bars Entry for West Bank Violence Supporters

What it does: Agencies must block property of foreign persons tied to West Bank violence and suspend their U.S. entry.

Real World Impact:
  • Freezes assets of foreign individuals and entities linked to West Bank violence.
  • Restricts travel to the United States for designated foreign persons.
  • Requires U.S. businesses and banks to stop transactions with blocked parties.
Topics: sanctions, immigration, national security, financial restrictions, Middle East

Summary

This order declares a national emergency over violence, forced displacement, and property seizures in the West Bank and blocks property of foreign persons tied to those actions. It prohibits transactions with designated individuals, entities, and their supporters.

The order also suspends entry into the United States for noncitizens who meet the designation criteria and directs officials who handle finance, visas, and border entry to implement these measures to protect regional stability and U.S. interests.

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