The increasingly contentious issue of complicity of some Lebanese banks in terrorist financing and money laundering tied to Iran, Syria and Hezbollah was the topic of discussion at a panel hosted at the Aspen Institute on Wednesday, September 19.
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Sep 20 2012
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Jul 05 2012
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The international community has ratcheted up pressure on Lebanese banks for alleged involvement in money laundering activities and helping Iran and Syria evade international sanctions.
Apr 05 2012
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A year into the Syrian uprising, Lebanon has arguably managed to avoid a major spurt of violence many feared would spread in the region. With violence devolving into a protracted bloody fight between the Assad regime and Syrian rebels, Lebanon fears that its own political divisions may be fed by conflict in Syria.
Mar 22 2012
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U.S. Treasury Undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence David Cohen sent a clear warning to Lebanese bankers this week when, during a visit to Beirut, he urged them not to allow evasions of U.S.
Dec 15 2011
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The Lebanese banking sector came under fire this week with the release of a New York Times report unveiling the involvement of some Lebanese banks with laundry schemes that benefited Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Jul 21 2011
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The formation of a government and the renewal of the Central Bank Governor's mandate last week brought back some semblence of stability to Lebanon.
Mar 03 2011
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The United States is cracking down on Hezbollah operatives and its financial providers worldwide.
