Hezbollah's $500M stash discovered under Beirut hospital

In Lebanon, Israeli military officials have disclosed that Hezbollah is reportedly concealing over $500 million in cash and gold beneath a hospital in Beirut. This secret bunker, linked to the hospital, was allegedly used by the deceased leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have been actively monitoring the site, emphasizing the bunker’s strategic placement under a medical facility. Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari called for intervention from the Lebanese government and international organizations to prevent Hezbollah from utilizing these funds for terrorist activities against Israel. Recent tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated, prompting Israeli airstrikes aimed at crippling Hezbollah's operational capacity. The IDF accused the group of hiding weapons and operatives in sensitive locations, complicating the military's response strategies. Fadi Alameh, hospital director, indicated the facility's evacuation due to its proximity to Hezbollah-associated sites targeted by Israeli forces. The IDF highlighted that Hezbollah’s financial resources are augmented by Iranian support, including monetary transfers derived from oil sales in Syria and cash deliveries via air. This financial backing significantly enhances Hezbollah’s terror financing capabilities, diverting funds that could potentially address Lebanon's dire socio-economic needs. The situation remains precarious as Hezbollah continues to leverage its assets for military operations, raising concerns over regional stability in the wake of intensified conflict with Israel.