Trump admin's list of US-designated 'foreign terrorist' groups in Latin America expands to 21

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the designation of Los Tiguerones as a foreign terrorist organization during a diplomatic visit to Latin America. The designation brings the total number of groups in the region designated by the U.S. State Department as foreign terrorist organizations to 21. Rubio made the announcement while traveling through the region. The designation subjects the group to financial sanctions and legal restrictions under U.S. law.

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