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FBI seizes $560,000 in cryptocurrency tied to Hamas, takes control of domains and servers
The FBI, with the Justice Department, seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency intended for Hamas and took control of domains and servers used for fundraising and recruitment. Officials announced the operation Tuesday, detailing investigations into Hamas's virtual currency activities since 2019. The action underscores ongoing S. efforts to disrupt terrorist financing online.
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S. officials announce seizure of Hamas-linked cryptocurrency and online infrastructure
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas, the Justice Department said Tuesday, in what officials described as a disruption of financing for the militant group. Court-authorized seizures also allowed the bureau to take control of website domains and communication platforms used by Hamas for fundraising and recruitment, according to the department.
The department said it had obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with the goal of giving money to the group.
Jeanine Pirro, the S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: "My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated."
Hamas, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, has been raising funds for terrorist operations and recruiting supporters, Pirro announced.
Investigation into Hamas's virtual currency fundraising
According to FBI affidavits filed in connection with the seizures, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades, or military wing. Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and also used direct online fundraising. Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable, and their websites offered instructions for making anonymous donations, the affidavits say.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency. A confidential source located in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
The work was carried out by the FBI's Albuquerque Field Office, which collaborated with human sources to identify and seize domains and servers controlled by the Al Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, according to the Jerusalem Post.
Official statements on the operation
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would "continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations."
Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg said: "These seizures deprive Hamas of resources it relies on to recruit and radicalize individuals online and finance barbaric attacks like the one on October 7, 2023."
Leatherman also said Hamas relies on cryptocurrency and online platforms to solicit funds from donors around the world and move money outside the formal financial system, promising that the FBI will continue to use its authorities to counter such efforts.
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
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Framing: The headline emphasizes the seizure of more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas. — Official and declarative, with a direct quote from a U.S. attorney conveying a firm stance against Hamas.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
The department said it had taken control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department said it had obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money to the group.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: "My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated."
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the Justice Department's seizure of a large sum of cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas, focusing on the action and the amount. — The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the Justice Department's action of seizing cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas. — The tone is resolute and law-enforcement-oriented.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
The department said it had taken control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment, and had obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades and solicited donations on its Telegram channel, according to FBI affidavits.
FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency, and a confidential source located in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: The tone is factual and determined, reflecting the authorities' stance against Hamas financing.
Facts Included:
The FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
The Justice Department announced the seizures on Tuesday.
The department took control of website domains and communication platforms used for fundraising and recruitment.
The department obtained information about thousands of people who had contacted Hamas with a goal of giving money.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
According to FBI affidavits, Hamas began testing virtual currency fundraising in or around early 2019 through its Qassam Brigades.
Hamas solicited donations on its Telegram channel and used direct online fundraising.
Hamas officials bragged that the currency would be untraceable and their websites offered instructions for anonymous donations.
A major investigative break arrived last year when FBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency.
A confidential source in the United States alerted law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address associated with Hamas.
Brett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
Hamas officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
Framing: Emphasizes the FBI and Justice Department's actions of seizing cryptocurrency and taking control of Hamas domains and servers. — Official and assertive
Facts Included:
Court-authorized seizures allowed the FBI to confiscate $560,000 in cryptocurrency and take control of domains and servers used by Hamas, announced the US Department of Justice.
US Attorney Jeanine Ferris announced that Hamas, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, has been raising funds for terrorist operations and recruiting supporters.
Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. said, 'These seizures deprive Hamas of resources it relies on to recruit and radicalize individuals online and finance barbaric attacks like the one on October 7, 2023.'
The work was carried out by the FBI’s Albuquerque Field Office, which collaborated with human sources to identify and seize domains and servers controlled by the Al Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military wing.
Assistant Director Brett Leatherman of the FBI's Cyber Division said Hamas relies on cryptocurrency and online platforms to solicit funds from donors around the world.
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ClaimThe FBI has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas.
ClaimJeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said in a video statement: 'My message to Hamas is clear: your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.'
ClaimFBI officials identified a financing network soliciting donations to the Qassam Brigades via virtual currency, and a confidential source in the United States alertd law enforcement to a Telegram post asking for contributions to an email address asociated with Hamas.
ClaimBrett Leatherman, an FBI assistant director in charge of its cyber division, said the bureau would 'continue to use its authorities to intercept illicit funds and prevent terrorist organizations from exploiting digital networks to finance their operations.'
ClaimAssistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg said, 'These seizures deprive Hamas of resources it relies on to recruit and radicalize individuals online and finance barbaric attacks like the one on October 7, 2023.'
ClaimThe work was carried out by the FBI's Albuquerque Field Office, which collaborated with human sources to identify and seize domains and servers controlled by the Al Qassam Brigades.
2 distinct · 13 mastheads · 13 articles consulted: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Baltimore Sun, The Boston Herald, Hartford Courant, Boulder Daily Camera, Los Angeles Times, The Mercury News, Santa Ana Orange County Register, Norfolk Virginian-Pilot, Santa Rosa Press Democrat, Reading Eagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, Jerusalem Post14 claims extractedVersion 3Written 2026-09-01