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US Denies Hezbollah Funds Amid Israeli Military Operation Concerns
The U.S. State Department denied reports of Iran sending $200 million to Hezbollah, calling the claims false and a face-saving tactic by the group. U.S. spokesperson Tommy Pigott stated the funds do not exist and vowed continued pressure on Hezbollah's finances.
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What happened
- 01U.S. denies reports of Iran transferring $200 million to Hezbollah, calling the claims false.
- 02U.S. spokesperson Tommy Pigott stated the alleged funds do not exist and vowed continued financial pressure.
- 03Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly considering a significant military operation in the coming weeks.
- 04Lebanon faces an escalating energy and economic crisis, with its president warning against currency panic.
- 05Washington is urging the Lebanese government to control weapons and strengthen its sovereignty.
Amidst these developments, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly considering a major military operation, possibly targeting Lebanon. Lebanon itself is grappling with an energy and economic crisis, with its president warning against actions that could destabilize the currency.
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