US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers for alleged Hamas support
The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad and six Gaza-based charities, citing their alleged support for Hamas. This action freezes US-linked assets and criminalizes transactions with these entities. The sanctions stem from claims that these organizations were involved in coordinating humanitarian flotillas with Hamas, transforming their activities into material support for a terrorist organization.
- ▪The Treasury Department designated the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad and six Gaza-based charities as part of a Hamas support network.
- ▪The sanctions freeze any US-linked assets held by these entities and make it illegal for US persons to conduct transactions with them.
- ▪US officials allege that the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad helped organize flotillas challenging Israel's naval blockade of Gaza in coordination with Hamas.
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<img src="https://static.cryptobriefing.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/19145758/us-says-it-is-imposing-sanctions-against-four-people-linked--1-800x420.jpeg" alt="US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers for alleged Hamas support" class="w-full aspect-[19/10] object-cover" /> US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers for alleged Hamas support The Treasury Department designated the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad and six Gaza-based charities, freezing US-linked assets and criminalizing transactions with the entities. Share Add us on Google by Editorial Team May. 19, 2026 The US Treasury has sanctioned the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad (PCPA) and six Gaza-based charities, designating them as part of what officials describe as a Hamas support network.
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