What countries support Hezbollah?
| Hezbollah | |
|---|---|
| Size | 20,000 to 50,000 |
| Allies | State allies: Iran Syria Russia Lebanon Iraq(only against IS) North Korea (alleged, denied by North Korea) Non-state allies: Amal Movement Liwa Zainebiyoun Houthis (claimed by Yemeni Hadi government and allies, denied by Hezbollah) Hamas Popular Mobilization Forces See more |
Why does the tri border area present a threat to the United States?
A: The Tri-Border Area (TBA) has long been considered a hub for criminal activities: arms and drug trafficking; smuggling of goods; counterfeited documents and currency; money laundering; and the movement of pirated goods.
When was Hezbollah established?
1982, Southern Lebanon, Lebanon
Hezbollah/Founded
How much money does Iran give to Hezbollah?
Iranian support to Hezbollah varied over the years, but as of 2018 US officials estimate Iran transfers $700 million annually.
Does Iran support Palestine?
The Islamic Republic of Iran officially endorses the creation of a Palestinian State, regarding Palestine as a state. Following the revolution, Iran ended its alliance with Israel and started supporting the Palestinians, symbolized by turning over the Israeli embassy in Tehran to the Palestine Liberation Organization.
Where is the tri-border?
The Tri-Border Area is bounded by Puerto Iguazu, Argentina; Ciudad del Este, Paraguay; and Foz do Iguazu, Brazil. It has always been considered fertile ground for terrorists groups.
Is the Triple Frontier a real place?
The Triple Frontier (Spanish: Triple Frontera, Portuguese: Tríplice Fronteira) is a tri-border area along the junction of Paraguay, Argentina and Brazil, where the Iguazú and Paraná rivers converge. Near the confluence are the cities of Ciudad del Este (Paraguay); Puerto Iguazú (Argentina) and Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil).
Who is the founder of Hezbollah?
Imad Mughniyeh
Ali Akbar MohtashamipurMohammad Hussein Fadlallah
Hezbollah/Founders
What weapons did Hezbollah have?
Small arms
- Assault and battle rifles.
- Sniper rifles.
- Machine guns.
- Anti-tank.
- Anti-aircraft.
- Rockets, missiles and launchers.
- Tanks, armoured personnel carriers, infantry fighting vehicles and misc.
Does Iran support Israel or Palestine?