U.S. designates Boko Haram, ISIS ‘entities of particular concern’
The United States has announced the designation of the Boko Haram terrorist group as an entity “of particular concern”.
The U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo in a statement, designated Boko Haram alongside the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), al-Qa’ida and al-Shabab. According to him, safeguarding religious freedom is vital to ensuring peace, stability, and prosperity.
“These designations are aimed at improving the lives of individuals and the broader success of their societies. “I recognise that several designated countries are working to improve their respect for religious freedom; I welcome such initiatives and look forward to continuing the dialogue.
“The United States remains committed to working with governments, civil society organisations, and religious leaders to advance religious freedom around the world,” Pompeo said.
The Boko Haram terrorist activities have claimed thousands of people’s lives, and affected millions of families, leaving behind huge humanitarian crises, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
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