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3h agoUS‑backed sanctions push targets Hezbollah funding as Iran reportedly sent US$1 billion this year
The U.S. Treasury’s top sanctions official said Iran has channelled about US $1 billion to Hezbollah this year, and that Washington sees a “window” in Lebanon to force the group’s disarmament.
Washington recently sanctioned two individuals accused of funding transfers through illicit exchange operations.
The strategy underscores increased focus on Middle‑East financial flows and highlights the pressure on Iran’s regional proxies amid mounting sanctions and geopolitical realignment.
Reuters• By Sneha Pathak
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3h agoUS‑backed sanctions push targets Hezbollah funding as Iran reportedly sent US$1 billion this year
The U.S. Treasury’s top sanctions official said Iran has channelled about US $1 billion to Hezbollah this year, and that Washington sees a “window” in Lebanon to force the group’s disarmament.
Washington recently sanctioned two individuals accused of funding transfers through illicit exchange operations.
The strategy underscores increased focus on Middle‑East financial flows and highlights the pressure on Iran’s regional proxies amid mounting sanctions and geopolitical realignment.
Reuters• By Sneha Pathak
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US‑backed sanctions push targets Hezbollah funding as Iran reportedly sent US$1 billion this year
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US says Iran sent around US$1 billion to Hezbollah this year and eyes leverage in Lebanon to cut the funding.
The U.S. Treasury’s top sanctions official said Iran has channelled about US $1 billion to Hezbollah this year, and that Washington sees a “window” in Lebanon to force the group’s disarmament.
Washington recently sanctioned two individuals accused of funding transfers through illicit exchange operations.
The strategy underscores increased focus on Middle‑East financial flows and highlights the pressure on Iran’s regional proxies amid mounting sanctions and geopolitical realignment.
The U.S. Treasury’s top sanctions official said Iran has channelled about US $1 billion to Hezbollah this year, and that Washington sees a “window” in Lebanon to force the group’s disarmament.
Washington recently sanctioned two individuals accused of funding transfers through illicit exchange operations.
The strategy underscores increased focus on Middle‑East financial flows and highlights the pressure on Iran’s regional proxies amid mounting sanctions and geopolitical realignment.
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Nov 9, 2025 • 11:58 IST