US Sanctions Hezbollah 'Money Movers' While Funding Israel's War Machine
The New Arab dutifully reports: the US Treasury has sanctioned three individuals for allegedly funneling money to Hezbollah, casting them as operatives in an 'Iran cash network.' A stern warning on illicit finance, unless, of course, that finance involves billions in US taxpayer dollars flowing into Israel's military budget, which then funds its campaign in Gaza, displacing millions and killing
tens of thousands. One might wonder if the US Treasury screens its own appropriations for 'illicit' end-uses. This isn't about combating terror; it's about controlling narratives and regional power. While Washington meticulously tracks every alleged dollar to Hezbollah, it simultaneously approved a staggering $14.3 billion in additional military aid to Israel (HR 7217), passed by the House on Nov
2, 2023, and later integrated into a larger package. The message is clear: 'illicit finance' is defined by who your enemies are, not the body count you rack up.