Following the deadly terrorist attacks on Israel by Hamas and
the ensuing conflict in the region, companies with a presence in
Israel and the broader Middle East are responding to the immediate
needs of impacted personnel and their families, while also making
difficult decisions on how to safely maintain their operations.
This client alert highlights several relevant U.S. trade control
risks for companies with personnel and operations in the region to
consider as they navigate these challenging circumstances.
Companies with a U.S. nexus must be alert to requests to comply
with the Arab League Boycott of Israel (ALB); attempts to evade
sanctions on Iran, Syria and terrorist organizations –
including Hamas and Hezbollah; and offers to supply personal
protective equipment (PPE) and defensive equipment without required
authorization.
