5 Charged in France Over Alleged Hamas Financing
2/22/2026 10:22:00 AM
Five people linked to the associations Humani'Terre and Soutien Humani'Terre have been formally charged, suspected of having channeled funds to Hamas under the guise of humanitarian aid, the National Anti-Terrorist Prosecutor's Office announced. They are being prosecuted, in particular, for "financing a terrorist enterprise," "breach of trust as part of an organized group," and "money laundering" in connection with a terrorist organization. The accused have been placed under judicial supervision.
The investigation began in November 2023 and was entrusted to the anti-terrorism section of the criminal brigade, the DGSI (General Directorate for Internal Security), and the Central Office for the Repression of Major Financial Crime. The associations involved stated their purpose as supporting Palestinian populations in the West Bank, Lebanon, and the Gaza Strip.
Searches and seizures of funds
Several searches were carried out, notably at the headquarters of the associations and the homes of current and former officials. Computer equipment and accounting documents were seized. Nearly €40 million was also confiscated, including approximately €35 million in bank accounts and over €5 million in cash.
The investigation continues under the direction of anti-terrorism investigating magistrates, with the support of evidence obtained through international cooperation involving, in particular, Italy, the United States, and Israel. For its part, the Humani'Terre association indicates on its website that it has suspended fundraising following recent events and administrative and banking difficulties.
The investigation began in November 2023 and was entrusted to the anti-terrorism section of the criminal brigade, the DGSI (General Directorate for Internal Security), and the Central Office for the Repression of Major Financial Crime. The associations involved stated their purpose as supporting Palestinian populations in the West Bank, Lebanon, and the Gaza Strip.
Searches and seizures of funds
Several searches were carried out, notably at the headquarters of the associations and the homes of current and former officials. Computer equipment and accounting documents were seized. Nearly €40 million was also confiscated, including approximately €35 million in bank accounts and over €5 million in cash.
The investigation continues under the direction of anti-terrorism investigating magistrates, with the support of evidence obtained through international cooperation involving, in particular, Italy, the United States, and Israel. For its part, the Humani'Terre association indicates on its website that it has suspended fundraising following recent events and administrative and banking difficulties.