Minister Isaac Herzog, who is responsible for the humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip, stated Wednesday that the robbing of UN warehouses by Hamas is further proof that Hamas is continuing to make life miserable for the population of Gaza and will use any means to intensify its suffering.
Herzog stated that during Operation ‘Cast Lead’, Hamas leaders worried about their own welfare and security while totally neglecting the population. The Welfare Minister added that Israel will continue to insist on its demand that humanitarian assistance transferred to the Gaza Strip is directed for the welfare of the civilian population only, without allowing Hamas to benefit from it.
Minister Herzog emphasizes that even at the present time, when firing at Israel continues, Israel is continuing in its humanitarian efforts on behalf of the population in the Gaza Strip.