Hezbollah expecting major cash injection from Iran once deal sealed with US

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1. 17d ago

   US and Gulf Allies Sanction Hezbollah Financial Network

   The United States, Saudi Arabia, and five other TFTC members launched coordinated sanctions against Hezbollah's financial institutions and officials. This effort seeks to disrupt the group's funding operations. Meanwhile, Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri claims the US-brokered framework agreement with Israel will not be implemented.

   What's confirmed:

   • The United States, Saudi Arabia, and five other Terrorist Financing Targeting Center members announced coordinated sanctions targeting senior officials and institutions in Hezbollah's financial network.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The framework agreement with Israel will not pass or be implemented according to Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.
   • A long-term US-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
   • Israel and Lebanon are increasingly aligned in efforts to weaken Hezbollah and restore state control.
   • Hezbollah could still rearm despite the Lebanon deal.
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. U.S.-Iran Latest: Peace deal efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
   2. What the new US-Israel-Lebanon agreement means for Hezbollah | The ...
   3. Iran-backed Hezbollah could still rearm despite Lebanon deal, Israel ...
   4. MAJOR BLOW TO HEZBOLLAH'S FINANCES: U.S., Saudi Arabia, And Gulf Allies ...
   5. Lebanese parliament's speaker says US-brokered peace agreement with ...
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2. 47d ago

   Hezbollah Leader Claims US-Iran Deal is a Victory

   Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated that a US-Iran deal signed last week represents a defeat for Israel and the US. The agreement has reduced fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. Qassem claims the group stopped aggression and entered a new phase.

   What's confirmed:

   • Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem described the US-Iran deal signed last week as a declaration of defeat by Israel and America.
   • The agreement reduced fighting between Hezbollah and Israel.
   • Naim Qassem stated, "We were able to stop this aggression and achieve a great victory."

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The US-Iran memorandum of understanding begins with Lebanon.
   • The proposed agreement aims to restore stability to global energy markets.
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. Hezbollah | Today's latest from Al Jazeera
   2. What we know about emerging deal to end U.S.-Iran war
   3. Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt fighting, officials say
   4. Iran deal puts Hezbollah in spotlight: proxy has American blood on its ...
   5. Vance Pushes for Iran Role in Lebanon Deal as Israel Warns of Growing ...
   6. Hezbollah's Qassem Says Iran Deal a Declaration of US-Israeli Defeat
   7. Hezbollah faces scrutiny over Iran deal: the group has American blood ...
   8. Israel's Iran deal worst-case scenario: Abandoned alone against ...
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3. 51d ago

   Hezbollah Awaits Iranian Funding Following US-Iran Interim Deal

   Iran has promised Hezbollah increased financial and political support once funds flow from an interim deal with the US. The group describes the agreement as a "great victory." Ongoing clashes in southern Lebanon currently threaten the stability of the truce.

   What's confirmed:

   • An interim memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran aims to end hostilities across all fronts.
   • Iran promised Hezbollah more funding and political support once cash flows from the US deal.
   • Hezbollah suffered heavy losses during a war in 2024.
   • Israel has opposed sanctions relief for Iran.
   • Fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon is threatening the US-Iran deal.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The IDF discovered new Hezbollah tunnel systems that are larger and more sophisticated than previous ones.
   • The US-Iran deal includes a 60-day ceasefire extension.
   • Hezbollah terrorists are returning to the south to use hidden arms caches against the IDF.
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. Why is there fighting in Lebanon? | CNN
   2. After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US deal
   3. US-Iran relations - The Times of Israel
   4. hezbollah | Latest News | New York Post
   5. Iran Deal Repercussions: Hezbollah returning south to hidden arms ...
   6. Lebanon: Is US-Iran peace deal a 'victory' for Hezbollah?
   7. US-Iran Deal at Risk as Israel-Hezbollah Clashes Threaten Fragile Truce
   8. Trump's Iran deal hands Hezbollah a lifeline, leaving Israel isolated ...
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4. 54d ago

   Iran Pledges Increased Funding for Hezbollah Following US Deal

   Tehran has promised to provide more financial and political support to Hezbollah after its interim agreement with the US. This funding aims to help the group recover from heavy losses sustained during a 2024 war. Israel has actively opposed sanctions relief for Iran.

   What's confirmed:

   • Iran promised more funding for Hezbollah once cash flows from its interim deal with the US.
   • Hezbollah suffered heavy losses in a 2024 war.
   • Israel campaigned against sanctions relief for Tehran.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • A US official stated that funds destined for Hezbollah will not be unfrozen.
   Sources used for this update (2)

   1. After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US deal - SRN News
   2. After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US deal
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5. 57d ago

   Iran Pledges Hezbollah Funding Following US Deal

   Iran and the US have signed an interim peace deal. Tehran has promised to increase financial and political support for Hezbollah once sanctions are lifted and frozen assets are released. However, a US official stated that funds destined for the group will not be unfrozen.

   What's confirmed:

   • Iran and the US have signed an interim peace deal.
   • Iran claims the deal requires Israeli forces to withdraw from Lebanon.
   • Israel has continued attacks in Lebanon after the US and Iran signed the deal.
   • Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon as long as required.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Four sources familiar with Tehran's ties to Hezbollah claim the deal will bolster the group's financial and political grip in Lebanon.
   • Hezbollah is expecting a major cash injection from Iran once the deal is sealed.
   • A US official says funds going to Hezbollah will not be unfrozen.
   Sources used for this update (21)

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   4. Lebanon ceasefire lifts veil on scale of destruction and trauma
   5. Iran promises to help Hezbollah once assets are unfrozen, sanctions are lifted
   6. Iran says deal with US ensures Lebanon's sovereignty, Israeli attacks would violate terms
   7. Iran war live: Israel continues Lebanon attacks after US and Iran sign deal
   8. Israel and Iran harden stances on Lebanon pullout, risking Trump’s deal
   9. Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal
   10. Hezbollah expecting major cash injection from Iran once deal sealed with US — sources
   11. Netanyahu vows that Israeli forces will stay in southern Lebanon as long as Israel requires it
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