Low urgency

Order Denying Export Privileges; In the Matter of: Mohamed Daoud Ghacham, Inmate Number: 10038-511, FCI Lompoc II, Federal Correctional Institution, 3901 Klein Blvd, Lompoc, CA 93436

Detected July 30, 2026 · in Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS)

BIS has denied export privileges to Mohamed Daoud Ghacham, an inmate at FCI Lompoc II, for a period of 10 years from the date of the order. This means no person may, directly or indirectly, deal in any export or reexport of items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) involving Ghacham or his interests.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. All persons and entities subject to U.S. jurisdiction, including defense manufacturers, aerospace/dual-use exporters, semiconductor & tech exporters, and freight forwarders/brokers. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately upon publication (November 26, 2025).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

Mohamed Daoud Ghacham has been added to the list of denied persons under the EAR. No export or reexport transactions may involve him without prior authorization from BIS.

Who it affects

All persons and entities subject to U.S. jurisdiction, including defense manufacturers, aerospace/dual-use exporters, semiconductor & tech exporters, and freight forwarders/brokers.

What you must do

Review your customer and partner lists to ensure no transactions involve Mohamed Daoud Ghacham. If any are found, cease dealings and contact BIS.

Deadline

Immediately upon publication (November 26, 2025).

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/11/26/2025-21098/order-denying-export-privileges-in-the-matter-of-mohamed-daoud-ghacham-inmate-number-10038-511-fci

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