Overview

• Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) found over $1.3 million in cash in the home of a senior Hamas member in Gaza.
• The cash, found in suitcases, is believed to have been designated for terrorist activity.
• Hamas has been accused of stealing aid money meant for Palestinians to fund their operations and allow its leadership to live lavishly abroad.
• Hamas is believed to have an annual budget of $450 million, with criticism over its lack of investment in civilian infrastructure.
• Hamas' funding sources are diverse and include donations, trade with Iranian partners, taxes, extortion, smuggling, and even cryptocurrency investments.