A former FBI agent stated that the Hamas support network in the United States endured the Holy Land Foundation trial, the largest terrorism financing prosecution in U.S. history. The agent said Hamas adapted by cloaking its operations under the cover of legitimacy to avoid exposure, according to The Jerusalem Post.
A former FBI agent told The Jerusalem Post that the Hamas support network in the United States survived the Holy Land Foundation trial, the largest terrorism financing prosecution in U.S. history. The agent said the terrorist organization adapted by cloaking its activities under the guise of legitimacy to avoid detection.
The Holy Land Foundation, a Texas-based charity, was convicted in 2008 for funneling millions of dollars to Hamas. The case was seen as a landmark in disrupting terror financing. However, the former agent's assessment suggests that the network continued to operate, evolving its methods.
The report adds to ongoing concerns about Hamas's ability to maintain a presence in the U.S. and other Western countries. The Zioneer has previously reported on Hamas's international networks and diplomatic contacts.
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