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UPDATED May 17, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
May 17, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Hamas-linked smuggling via Hajj funds into Gaza: report
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A report says Hamas seeks to exploit the Hajj to smuggle and launder funds for Gaza.
WHO: Hamas
WHAT: Seeking to exploit the Hajj pilgrimage to smuggle funds into Gaza, with laundering or redirection in Egypt before transfer.
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 9:10 AM ET
WHERE: Egypt
WHY: To smuggle and launder or redirect funds for transfer to Gaza.
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