EXCLUSIVE: Lebanon's Hezbollah gets $200 million from Iran to help displaced, sources say - Reuters

Hezbollah has received a cash transfer of $200 million from Iran intended to assist Lebanese citizens displaced by the current conflict with Israel. The payment was confirmed by two individuals who have direct knowledge of the transaction.

The war, which began earlier this year, has forced large numbers of residents in southern Lebanon and other affected areas to leave their homes, creating a humanitarian need for shelter, food and basic services. The influx of displaced persons has placed significant strain on local communities and aid organizations.

According to the information provided, the Iranian contribution represents the first substantial financial assistance directed specifically to Hezbollah’s supporters who have borne the brunt of the fighting. The funds are earmarked for relief efforts, including temporary housing, medical care and the provision of essential supplies to those uprooted by the hostilities.

Hezbollah, a political and militant group based in Lebanon, has coordinated the distribution of the money in partnership with local authorities and humanitarian actors. The organization has indicated that the assistance will be channeled to the most vulnerable families in the affected regions.

The transfer underscores the ongoing relationship between Iran and Hezbollah, highlighting Tehran’s role in supporting its allied groups during periods of heightened conflict in the region.