Summary
A Lebanese man named Fadel Z has been sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison in Germany for being a member of Hezbollah, a group classified as a terrorist organization by the EU. He was found guilty of helping to attempt murder and breaking EU rules by supplying parts for Hezbollah's drone program.
Key Facts
- A German court sentenced Fadel Z to six-and-a-half years in prison.
- He was charged with being a member of Hezbollah and aiding attempted murder.
- Fadel Z procured €1.4m worth of drone parts for Hezbollah.
- He bought over 2,000 motors and more than 600 propellers.
- Reports say he worked as a "foreign operator" for Hezbollah from Spain and Germany.
- Products came from companies in Europe, China, and the U.S.
- Fadel Z used front companies to buy and ship these materials to Lebanon.
- Two engines he purchased were used in drones attacking Israel, including one that exploded at a retirement home without causing injuries.
- Fadel Z has one week to appeal and will stay in custody in the meantime.
