Analysis
What the official said
“Today, the United States is addressing this threat by designating a senior UK-based Egyptian MB official and three individuals and three entities, all resident outside Egypt, that have provided material support to Hamas.”
Claimant: Thomas "Tommy" Pigott Spokesperson
Agency or office: Department of State
Context
Statement in a Department of State Office of the Spokesperson press release announcing actions under Executive Order 13224 to target financial networks linked to the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas.
Evidence
This is an official announcement that the U.S. has made specific designations (a senior UK-based Egyptian MB official plus three individuals and three entities outside Egypt) alleging they provided material support to Hamas. The statement cites action taken pursuant to Executive Order 13224 and refers readers to a Department of the Treasury press release for further details; the claim can be verified against the referenced Treasury/OFAC designation notices and the SDN list.