Database: Identifiers of Designated Islamic Terrorist Organizations

Liwa al-Youm al-Maw'ud

Designated a 'Special Group' by the U.S.
Base of operations: Iraq

Background: Mapping Militant Organizations

Liwa al-Youm al-Maw'ud ('The Promised Day Brigade') is a Shi'a militia that dates back to the Iraq War and targeted U.S. forces, affiliating itself with Muqtada al-Sadr, who has since created Saraya al-Salam. Liwa al-Youm al-Maw'ud graphic features sometimes appear on Saraya al-Salam social media, indicating the current overlap between the two.

Liwa al-Youm al-Maw'ud Graphic	Liwa al-Youm al-Maw'ud Graphic