The Japanese government will consider freezing the assets of nine leaders of the Palestinian radical Hamas movement in order to prevent its financing. This was reported by NHK TV channel, citing government sources. TASS.
As the TV channel noted, we are talking about the assets of nine Hamas leaders and members who control the group’s finances, cryptocurrency funds and exchanges affiliated with the Gaza Strip.
The issue is in the final stage of approval. The sanctions package is expected to be approved at the government meeting on October 31.
October 27 US Treasury entry Sanctions against key officials and financial networks linked to Hamas following the October 7 attack on Israel. The restrictions should also affect additional assets in Hamas’ investment portfolio. Before that USA contributed The sanctions list includes nine individuals and one organization linked to the Palestinian movement.
Previously Hamas statedThis will release foreign hostages “when conditions allow.”