US EditionUS Sanctions Six Palestinian Aid Groups It Accuses of Ties to Qassam Brigades
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The US government has accused six Palestinian aid organizations operating in the Gaza Strip of having secret ties to the Palestinian movement Hamas.
The situation in the Middle East remains tense: the war between Israel and Hamas as well as the conflicts in Syria and Yemen shape the region – with uncertain future. All developments in the live blog.
The US Treasury Department said the organizations were engaged in fundraising through deceptive and covert means, while concealing the true purpose of the funds - supporting Hamas' military activity. According to them, the move was intended to ensure that humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip would be provided only through reliable and safe organizations.
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