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flag U.S. sanctions 16 individuals and entities in a global network linked to Hezbollah, targeting money laundering and fundraising.

flag The U.S. has imposed sanctions on a global financial network linked to Hezbollah, targeting 16 individuals and entities involved in money laundering and fundraising for the group. flag Led by Alaa Hassan Hamieh, a former Lebanese public investment official, the network operates across Lebanon, Syria, Europe, and North America, allegedly generating millions through illicit trade and front companies. flag The move, aimed at disrupting Hezbollah’s funding and evading sanctions, freezes assets under U.S. jurisdiction and bans transactions with designated parties. flag U.S. officials emphasized Iran’s role as a key sponsor of Hezbollah and highlighted the group’s attacks on Israel as evidence of its prioritization of Iran’s agenda over Lebanese stability. flag The action is part of broader efforts to weaken Hezbollah’s financial infrastructure and reduce threats to regional and global security.

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