World Vision 'confused and mystified' by Gaza funding allegations

World Vision Australia CEO Tim Costello says he is shocked by allegations a director has diverted funds in Gaza.

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Published 5 August 2016 2:00pm

Updated 9 August 2016 9:00am

By Hannah Sinclair

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Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs has suspended funding to World Vision for Palestinian Territories programs, amid accusations funds have been diverted.

Israel has charged World Vision's Gaza director, accusing him of siphoning millions of dollars of the charity's funds to Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip.

World Vision Australia CEO, Tim Costello told Hannah Sinclair, he is utterly confused and mystified by the allegations.

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