Abraha Kassa Explained

Abraha Kassa
Birth Date:	15 July 1953
Birth Place:	Ethiopia
Allegiance:	Eritrea
Rank:	Brigadier General

Abraha Kassa Nemariam (also known as Abraha Kassa and Wedi Kassa; born 15 July 1953) is an Eritrean Brigadier General., he is the Director of the National Security Office of Eritrea, a post that he has held since 1997 or earlier.

U.S. sanctions

On 12 November 2021, the U.S. Department of the Treasury added Kassa to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list. Individuals on the list have their assets blocked and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealing with them.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Ethiopia-Related Designations; Kingpin Act Designations Removals; Issuance of Ethiopia-Related General License and Frequently Asked Questions. 2021-12-12. U.S. Department of the Treasury. en.