The groups join 18 others – including the Islamic State – that are designated as official terrorist groups New Zealand’s government on Thursday declared the US-based, far-right groups the Proud Boys and The Base as terrorist organizations. The groups join 18 others – including the Islamic State – that have been given an official terrorist designation, making it illegal in New Zealand to fund, recruit, or participate in them, AP News reported. Authorities are also obligated to take action against them. This post can't be displayed because social networks cookies have been deactivated. You can activate them by clicking ....