Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that security forces have arrested Imam Mohammad Hannoun, the head of the Associations of Palestinians in Italy, along with nine other individuals. The arrests relate to an ongoing investigation into the alleged funneling of €7 million to Hamas via fraudulent charity organizations.
According to authorities, the suspects are accused of using fake charities to covertly transfer funds to support Hamas activities. The investigation aims to dismantle the network and understand the full scope of financial flows involved. Italian security agencies cooperated with international partners during the operation.
The arrests mark a significant step in Italy’s efforts to combat terrorism financing and illegal financial networks. Public security officials emphasized their commitment to monitoring and disrupting activities that threaten national and regional security. Further details on the case are expected to be released as investigations continue.