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Iran Sends Hezbollah $200 Million for War-Displaced Lebanese
Hezbollah received $200 million from Iran last month to help Lebanese families displaced by the war with Israel. The transfer was carried out despite U.S. sanctions and heavy pressure on Iran.
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What happened
- 01Hezbollah received $200 million from Iran last month for Lebanese families displaced by the war with Israel.
- 02The transfer went through despite U.S. sanctions on Iran and growing difficulty moving money to Hezbollah.
- 03Intermediaries charged a 20% commission for the cash transfer because of the risks involved.
- 04The aid is expected to reach about 50,000 families, with roughly $3,000 for each family.
- 05Families from destroyed or inaccessible villages are to receive priority in the distribution.
- 06Hezbollah confirmed receiving funds and said it will announce a distribution plan soon.
- 07Kan News said Hezbollah’s deputy secretary-general confirmed a pledge of funds for displaced families.
- 08Kan News said Lebanon’s prime minister estimates reconstruction costs at more than $27 billion.
The money was moved through intermediaries who charged a 20% commission because of the risks. According to The Jerusalem Post, that amount is expected to reach about 50,000 families, with roughly $3,000 for each family.
The reports say this is the first significant aid package Hezbollah has provided to supporters affected by the war. Priority will go to families from villages that were destroyed or are now inaccessible. Hezbollah confirmed that it had received funds and said a distribution plan would be announced soon.
Kan News said Hezbollah’s deputy secretary-general confirmed a pledge of funds for displaced families. Kan News also said Lebanon’s prime minister estimates reconstruction costs from recent wars at more than $27 billion.
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