US sanctions two France-based charities over alleged Hamas fundraising
The US Treasury has sanctioned two charities operating from France, alleging that they raised money for Hamas. The department linked the organizations to Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid.
The US Treasury has sanctioned two charities operating from France over their alleged fundraising for Hamas.
The department said the organizations presented their work as humanitarian assistance for civilians in Gaza but allegedly raised money for Hamas.
Treasury links two individuals
The Treasury identified Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid in connection with the charities. It said they operate from France and run organizations that present themselves as charitable groups.
The US statement did not name the organizations or provide figures for the money allegedly raised. It also gave no further details about the sanctions. The claim regarding Hamas funding was presented as the US department’s assessment.
What we know
- The US sanctioned two charities operating from France.
- The Treasury alleged that the organizations raised money for Hamas.
- The department linked the charities to Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid.
- The organizations purportedly sought funds to provide humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza.
Trust: Single source
- The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
- Sources: Le Monde International.
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