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Israeli Authorities Freeze Hamas-Linked Crypto Accounts with Binance's Aid
11/10/2023
Israeli authorities have frozen several cryptocurrency accounts allegedly linked to the Palestinian militant group Hamas in collaboration with crypto exchange Binance. This action is part of broader global efforts to monitor and regulate cryptocurrencies, given their potential for use in illicit activities. Hamas, designated as a terrorist organization by multiple countries, has increasingly turned to cryptocurrencies for fundraising, particularly Bitcoin donations, as traditional financial channels face international sanctions and regulatory scrutiny. Israeli authorities have not only frozen these accounts but have also redirected the seized funds to the state treasury, marking a comprehensive strategy to disrupt financial networks supporting terrorist activities. This development aligns with Binance's commitment to maintaining platform integrity and preventing misuse for illegal purposes through robust compliance and anti-money laundering measures.
In a broader context, tensions between Israel and Hamas have escalated into full-blown conflict, with Israel ordering a comprehensive siege of the Gaza Strip. Additionally, earlier this year, the U.S. Commodities Futures and Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a lawsuit against Binance's CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, alleging that the company's officers were aware of transactions linked to Hamas on their platform. Since 2021, around 190 Binance accounts suspected of having links to terrorist groups have been seized by Israeli authorities. Binance, through its spokesperson, has reaffirmed its commitment to combating terror financing by working closely with law enforcement to ensure the security of the global community and the blockchain ecosystem.
