counter-terrorist financing (CFT)

Counter-terrorist financing (CFT) involves the measures and policies organizations and governments use to detect, prevent, and stop the flow of funds intended for terrorist activities. Since terrorists need money to plan and carry out attacks, CFT aims to identify suspicious transactions, track financial networks, and implement regulations to block illicit funding sources. This includes monitoring banking activities, restricting the use of cash, and enforcing international cooperation. Effective CFT helps disrupt terrorist operations and enhances national and global security by ensuring financial systems are not exploited for terrorism purposes.