Alleged Hezbollah operative linked to U.S. counterfeit currency scheme and forged passports

Summary

Alleged Hezbollah operative linked to U.S. counterfeit currency scheme and forged passports The passage cites a CIA document and FBI informant interaction suggesting a Hezbollah network involved in forgery and counterfeit currency in the U.S., providing names and a specific 2008 timeframe. While the claim is unverified and lacks corroborating evidence, it offers concrete leads (names, dates, locations) that could be pursued for investigative follow‑up. Key insights: CIA document allegedly ties Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah to terrorist operations pre‑1992.; 2008 FBI sting operation involving Hasan Antar Karaki selling counterfeit British and Canadian passports.; Hasan Antar Karaki described as a major figure in Hezbollah's forgery operations.