Israeli intelligence exposes network
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet revealed on Sunday, 7 December 2025, that Hamas operates a clandestine money laundering network in Turkey under Iranian direction. This network uses Turkey’s financial infrastructure to transfer hundreds of millions of dollars to Hamas leaders and operatives for terrorist activities against Israel.
Documents obtained by Israeli authorities show that Gazans living in Turkey manage the network. They receive funds from Iranian sources, store them and forward them to Hamas. The exposed transactions include hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Key operatives identified
Three Gazan-origin individuals serve as key money changers in the Hamas money laundering network in Turkey. Tamer Hassan, a senior official in Hamas’s Ministry of Finance, resides in Turkey and works under Khalil al-Hayya. Khalil Farawneh and Fareed Abu Dayer also facilitate fund movements under Iranian guidance.
Despite devastation in Gaza, Israeli authorities state that Hamas continues to pursue terrorist plots against Israel and rebuild capabilities outside the Strip, with Iranian support.
Geopolitical context
The exposure highlights contradictions in Turkey’s foreign policy as a NATO member. While maintaining Western alliances, Turkey’s banking system allegedly enables adversaries through the Hamas money laundering network in Turkey. This raises questions about international sanctions and counter-terrorism finance.
Turkey’s role as a financial hub creates vulnerabilities. The network exploits this to circumvent restrictions, funding weapons, training and operations. This occurs amid heightened Middle East tensions and efforts to prevent escalation.
Enforcement challenges
International frameworks like the Financial Action Task Force aim to prevent such activities. If accurate, the claims suggest gaps in Turkey’s implementation or selective enforcement. This tests Western nations’ response, balancing strategic ties with terror finance prevention.
The allegations may force Hamas to adapt funding strategies, possibly using cryptocurrencies. Turkey’s response will indicate its position between competing geopolitical interests.
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— افيخاي ادرعي (@AvichayAdraee) December 7, 2025
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Sources: MiddleEast24.org, i24News, The Jerusalim Post
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