Hamas Pocketing Millions Daily From Gaza Aid, Officials Say
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Hamas is allegedly extorting millions of dollars daily from humanitarian aid entering Gaza, according to Israeli government data. Private merchants have stopped coordinating aid shipments due to Hamas's demands, which include a 10,000 shekel fee per truck. The terror group could be earning up to 400 million shekels monthly, or $4.8 billion annually, while refusing to disarm one year after a ceasefire.
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- Hamas is allegedly extorting millions of dollars daily from humanitarian aid entering Gaza.
- Private merchants in Gaza have halted aid shipments due to Hamas's financial demands.
- Hamas could be earning approximately 13 million shekels ($3.5 million) per day from aid.
- The terror group's monthly income from this scheme may reach 400 million shekels ($108 million).
- Hamas continues to refuse disarmament one year after a ceasefire agreement.
Hamas is reportedly extorting millions of dollars daily from humanitarian aid entering Gaza, according to data released by the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT).
Private merchants in Gaza, responsible for approximately 50% of the aid trucks entering the Strip, have announced they are halting coordination for aid shipments due to financial demands from Hamas. This action could significantly impact the flow of goods into Gaza via the private sector.
Data indicates that Hamas is demanding up to 10,000 shekels per aid truck, in addition to previously requiring merchants to sell at least 30% of their goods for cash, allowing the organization to seize funds. Based on these demands, Hamas could be earning an estimated 13 million shekels (approximately $3.5 million) per day, totaling around 400 million shekels ($108 million) per month, and potentially $4.8 billion annually.
These figures, while not exact, have been confirmed in scope by relevant professional sources. The situation arises a year after a ceasefire agreement, with Hamas still refusing to disarm. A senior official noted that Hamas is preparing for an attack and awaiting the right moment.
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