Suspected Hezbollah member goes on trial in Germany
Summary
A Lebanese man is on trial in Germany for allegedly being part of Hezbollah's military wing, which is considered a terrorist group by the EU. He is accused of helping to support Hezbollah's drone program by buying materials from Europe, China, and the US. His trial is related to actions taken by Hezbollah against Israel, which included using drones for attacks.Key Facts
- The man on trial is a 35-year-old Lebanese national named Fadel Z.
- He is accused of being involved with Hezbollah's military operations and their drone program.
- Prosecutors say he started working for Hezbollah over 10 years ago and became involved in drone operations in 2022.
- He allegedly helped procure drone components worth about €1.4 million.
- The parts included petrol and electric motors and propellers, sourced from Europe, China, and the US.
- Some of the parts were used in drones that attacked Israel, including one that hit a retirement home.
- The trial is expected to continue until August next year.
- The actions are linked to ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah, which intensified after October 2023.
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