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Breaking Hezbollah's Golden Rule
Crime and Terror in South America
Feb 23, 2022
Expert Chris discusses Hezbollah's criminal activities in South America's Tri-Border Area, including smuggling, fundraising, and bombings in Buenos Aires. Guests shed light on Hezbollah's networks, money laundering schemes, and the pursuit of justice in the region.
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- Hezbollah utilized diaspora communities in South America to engage in criminal activities and form sleeper cells for covert operations.
- Hezbollah's financial backing and intricate network enabled orchestrated terrorist attacks in Buenos Aires, highlighting their dual criminal and terrorist enterprises.
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Hezbollah's Infiltration into South America
Hezbollah exploited the diaspora communities in South America, particularly in the Triborder area where they settled and established networks to carry out criminal activities. Operating in free trade zones like the Triborder area facilitated their sale of stolen and counterfeit goods, alongside engaging in illicit activities such as arms and drug trafficking. Sleeper cells were formed under strict security measures, allowing Hezbollah to operate covertly in the region. The episode highlights the economic and social factors that contributed to Hezbollah's expansion into South America.
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