An Egyptian court on April 14 ruled that the militant organization Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis [4] (BBC backgrounder [5]) be officially considered a terrorist group. Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, which means "Warriors of Jerusalem," has claimed responsibility [6] for the majority of attacks on Egyptian military and police that have occurred since former President Mohamed Morsi was ousted in July. The US Department of State [7] on April 9 also designated [8] Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis as a terrorist organization. Egypt's military said that this designation will not change its strategy toward fighting the group, but it will make punishments more harsh [9] for members of the group who are captured.
From Jurist [10], April 14. Used with permission.
