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Americans donated money to Hamas in scheme that raised $1.7 million, prosecutors allege

Americans donated money to Hamas in scheme that raised $1.7 million, prosecutors allege

Summary

U.S. prosecutors say some Americans donated money for humanitarian aid after the October 7, 2023 attacks. Prosecutors allege this money was then secretly sent to the terrorist group Hamas.

Key Facts

  • After October 7, 2023, some Americans gave money claiming it was for humanitarian help.
  • Prosecutors say some of this money was instead sent to Hamas, a terrorist organization.
  • The scheme allegedly raised about $1.7 million.
  • Authorities are investigating how the donations were collected and transferred.
  • Hamas is known internationally as a designated terrorist group.
  • The donations were not used for the stated humanitarian purposes.
  • The case highlights concerns about fundraising and donation oversight in the U.S.
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