Database: Identifiers of Designated Islamic Terrorist Organizations
Kata'ib Ruh Allah
Designation Status (as of October 12, 2026)
| US State Dept FTO | Not listed official list |
|---|---|
| US Treasury OFAC SDN (SDGT) | Not listed official list |
| UK Proscribed | Not listed official list |
| EU Terrorist Lists | Not listed official list |
| Canada Listed Entities | Not listed official list |
| Australia Listed | Not listed official list |
Profile written 2014 The profile below is the original Jihad Intel text and has not been updated. Designation status above is current.
Not yet designated terrorist by a Western country
Base of operations: Iraq
Kata'ib Ruh Allah ('Spirit of God Battalions') is an Iraqi Shi'a militia led by one 'Sheikh Abu Talib al-Mayahi'. Some claimed areas of operation include Dabitiya in north Baghdad and Balad in Salah ad-Din province. It identifies ideologically with Islamic Republic of Iran founder Ayatollah Khomeini (whose first name was also 'Ruh Allah/Ruhollah', to whom the militia's name is likely a tribute). That said, Iranian proxy Kata'ib Hezbollah denies any relation with Kata'ib Ruh Allah.
