Mohammad Ibrahim Bazzi, 60, pleaded guilty in Brooklyn federal court to conspiring to finance the terrorist group Hizballah, admitting to violating sanctions placed on him.
U.S. Attorney Breon Peace highlighted that Bazzi accepted responsibility for secretly moving hundreds of thousands of dollars to Hizballah, which poses significant risks to national security.
Bazzi could face a maximum of 20 years' imprisonment along with deportation and forfeiture of $828,528, emphasizing the severe consequences of his actions.
Bazzi has provided millions of dollars to Hizballah sourced from his business dealings in various countries, showcasing the international dimensions of his financing efforts.
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