What is the US State Sponsor of Terrorism list? What are its implications? Flashcards
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What is it?
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US Secretary of State has been given powers to designate countries that “have repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism” as “State Sponsors of Terrorism”
2
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Types of sanctions?
A
Restrictions on U.S. foreign assistance.
A ban on defence exports and sales.
Certain controls over exports of dual use items.
Miscellaneous financial and other restrictions.
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Why in News?
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U.S. lifts Sudan off terror list.
4
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How many countries are there in the list now?
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Syria,Iran,North Korea
