Argentina Freezes Funds over Suspected Crypto Links to Syrian Terror Group
Argentina's Financial Information Unit (UIF) has intensified its scrutiny of cryptocurrency transactions tied to terrorism financing. Authorities identified potential connections between local crypto exchanges and Hay’et Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS), a Syrian terrorist organization.
Funds linked to two individuals suspected of funneling money to HTS have been frozen. The crackdown highlights Argentina's broader strategy to combat illicit crypto activities within its jurisdiction.