Iran has sent billions of dollars to the Lebanese terrorist organization Hezbollah in the last one year. This money was sent to Dubai through a network of money laundering operations, exchange shops and private companies. This money was earned from the sale of Iran’s oil. This has been revealed by the report of The Wall Street Journal.
First this money in Dubai iran Reaches businessmen associated with PWD, some private companies and couriers carrying cash. After this, the Hawala system is used to transport it to Lebanon. The use of Hawala system is very common in many Muslim countries.
Iran used to send cash before ceasefire
According to the report, before the war between Israel and Hezbollah started, Iran used to send large-scale cash bags directly to Beirut airport. But after the ceasefire agreement of November 2024, this was stopped. Therefore, now Iran is sending small amounts of money and valuable items through travelers, which can be easily hidden.
With the fall of the Assad government in Syria, its old smuggling route has also been closed. There is strict surveillance on people carrying cash at Beirut airport also. For this reason, Iran is now sending money to Hezbollah in new ways, in which Dubai’s important role has come to light.
Where does Hezbollah get its money from?
Arab officials said that Hezbollah also receives money from many areas around the world. Such as drug trade, illegal diamond trade and other secret businesses. A top US official said that Washington is also concerned that Iran is also sending money to Hezbollah through Turkey and Iraq.
After the report came out, a senior UAE official said that we are trying to stop such illegal activities. Also, for this we are working together with international partners.
What is America worried about?
Another report said that Hezbollah had suffered heavy losses in the war with Israel last year. He needs a huge amount of money to rebuild his organization, buy weapons and other expenses. Now America is worried that Iran is using the Emirates’ money exchange to revive Hezbollah.
What is axis of resistance?
The Axis of Resistance is an informal political and military alliance. It was formed by Iran. This is a group that works together to increase its power in the Middle East and counter Western and Israeli pressure. The Axis of Resistance includes many militant organizations from Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen and Palestine. These mainly include Hezbollah, Houthi rebels and Hamas.
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