NewsWSVN 7 MiamiSeptember 2, 2026Miami-Dade
FBI seizes $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas
The FBI has seized over $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations and shut down websites and communication platforms used by Hamas for fundraising and recruitment. The operation, announced Tuesday, also resulted in the collection of information on thousands of individuals who attempted to donate to the militant group.
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This action disrupts a specific digital financing network used by Hamas to fund its military wing, the Qassam Brigades, and demonstrates federal efforts to track and intercept anonymous contributions.
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personBrett Leatherman“FBI assistant director in charge of the cyber division.”organizationJustice Department“Announced the disruption of Hamas financing.”organizationFBI“Federal agency that conducted the seizure and investigation.”organizationQassam Brigades“Military wing of Hamas identified as the recipient of the funds.”organizationHamas“Target of the federal seizure operation.”personJeanine Pirro“U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia who issued a statement on the operati”