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UK Charity Commission investigates Restless Beings for alleged Hamas financing links

Oct 18, 2026 02:12 PM CT London, United Kingdom Hamas,Financing,UK,Charity,Regulation,Proxy,Financial,Networks

Summary

The UK Charity Commission has opened a case against the charity Restless Beings following a complaint by UKLFI alleging cooperation with Merciful Hands Gaza, a US-designated terrorist entity. This regulatory action highlights ongoing efforts to disrupt financial networks supporting Hamas, which is a key proxy in the Iran-Israel conflict theater. While not a direct military or diplomatic event, it reflects the broader economic and legal pressure applied to entities facilitating support for designated groups.

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The scrutiny follows a complaint UKLFI submitted detailing evidence of cooperation between Restless Beings and Merciful Hands Gaza, an organization designated as a terrorist entity in the US.

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Israel NEUTRAL

UKLFI, an Israeli-linked organization, submitted the complaint alleging Hamas ties, indicating Israeli interest in disrupting Hamas financial networks.

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