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Document #2144990
USDOS – US Department of State (Author)
Aka: Ansar al-Sharia in Libya; Ansar al-Shariah Brigade; Ansar al-Shari’a Brigade; Katibat Ansar al-Sharia in Benghazi; Ansar al-Shariah-Benghazi; al-Raya Establishment for Media Production; Ansar al-Sharia; Soldiers of the Sharia; Ansar al-Shariah; Supporters of Islamic Law
Description: Ansar al-Shari’a in Benghazi (AAS-B) was designated as an FTO on January 13, 2014.AAS-B was created after the 2011 fall of the Qadhafi regime in Libya. The group has been involved in terrorist attacks against civilian targets as well as the assassination and attempted assassination of security officials and political actors in eastern Libya.
Activities: AAS-B did not claim responsibility for any attacks in 2024.
Strength: AAS-B’s precise numbers are unknown.
Location/Area of Operation: Benghazi, Libya.
Funding and External Aid: AAS-B obtained funds from AQIM and through charities, donations, and criminal activities.
Country Report on Terrorism 2024 - Chapter 1 - Libya (Periodical Report, English)
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