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News and updates about humanitarian aid

Foreign Ministry:

Gross falsifications in report on hunger in Gaza

Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs sends a letter to IPC demanding the immediate withdrawal of the fake report, or Israel will request donor countries stop funding the IPC.

Gross falsifications in report on hunger in Gaza

IDF, WFP leaders discuss humanitarian efforts for Gaza Strip

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain to review aid efforts in Gaza, stressing Israel’s commitment to prevent famine and block Hamas from seizing aid.

IDF, WFP leaders discuss humanitarian efforts for Gaza Strip

An open letter about Israel:

To my friend, Poland’s Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich

You are the Jewish leader in Poland, where the Jewish people know better than anywhere else what happens when the world turns on the Jews. And as rabbis, we have to stand firmly with our people.

To my friend, Poland’s Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich

False prophets and dreamers

Which of their “deepest Jewish values” are the "rabbis" in the Moral Clarity letter accessing in calling for nourishing our enemy? None, and that is the problem. It is not a Jewish value,

False prophets and dreamers

Watch:

Inside a GHF aid site deep in Gaza

NEWSMAX correspondent Zach Anders gained access inside Gaza at a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) aid distribution site, where he saw the US and Israel-backed organization at work.

Inside a GHF aid site deep in Gaza

PMO Slams IPC:

'Modern blood libel against Israel'

Prime Minister’s Office launches forceful rebuttal to starvation claims, cites two million tons of aid delivered to Gaza, 'the only ones being intentionally starved in Gaza are the Israeli hostages.'

'Modern blood libel against Israel'

COGAT rejects IPC's Gaza report, slams it as biased & inaccurate

COGAT counters IPC's food security claims, highlighting methodological flaws, reliance on Hamas-linked sources, and ignoring Israel's humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

COGAT rejects IPC's Gaza report, slams it as biased & inaccurate

Amb. Huckabee:

'USA will not take part in UN's Palestinian state circus'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said that no matter what happens, Hamas cannot be allowed any semblance of victory in the war.

'USA will not take part in UN's Palestinian state circus'

Fell for Hamas propaganda?

Rabbis call on Israel to prevent 'starvation', 'settler violence'

Over 80 rabbis who associate with left-leaning Orthodox Judaism signed a letter on Gaza urging Israel to prevent mass hunger and condemning Jewish residents in Judea and Samaria.

Rabbis call on Israel to prevent 'starvation', 'settler violence'

Severe Reporting Discrepancies:

UN figures on Gaza aid deliveries misleading, incomplete

Israel allowed nearly 9,200 aid trucks into Gaza since May, more than 2.5 times the number reported by UN. COGAT says UN’s data excludes most aid channels, creating a distorted picture of the humanitarian situation.

UN figures on Gaza aid deliveries misleading, incomplete

Finance Ministry announces sweeping cuts to fund the war

The government will convene today (Tuesday) to approve an increase to the 2025 state budget of roughly NIS 31 billion for war-related expenses - as well as cuts to coalition funds and a 3.55% reduction across all government offices.

Finance Ministry announces sweeping cuts to fund the war

GHF launches aid reservation system to ease Gaza distribution

In a step toward improving distribution fairness and accessibility, GHF's new program allows pre-registration for food aid to reduce wait times and ensure reliability.

GHF launches aid reservation system to ease Gaza distribution

COGAT:

UNRWA not aware of Gaza humanitarian situation due to Hamas ties

Israeli defense body says UNRWA misrepresents facts on Gaza heat, water access, and is sidelined due to its links with Hamas.

UNRWA not aware of Gaza humanitarian situation due to Hamas ties

Revealed:

Some aid truck drivers are Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists

Several Gaza aid truck drivers arrested after Israeli security forces uncovered links to terror groups, some suspected of ties to the October 7 abductions.

Some aid truck drivers are Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists

Israel returns fire: Aid groups are at fault for the delay

Israel rejects claims that it is blocking aid to Gaza, says delays occur only when organizations refuse security checks. 'Nearly 300 aid trucks enter daily via compliant groups.'

Israel returns fire: Aid groups are at fault for the delay

Critiquing Bono’s Gaza Statements

When humanitarian outrage risks moral equivalence

Bono does have street cred when it comes to humanitarian issues, but when it comes to Gaza, he's morally equivocating. Opinion.

When humanitarian outrage risks moral equivalence

UK:

27 nations call on Israel to facilitate aid into Gaza

Over 20 foreign ministers and senior EU officials urge Israel to ease restrictions on humanitarian aid to Gaza, warning that famine is “unfolding before our eyes” and calling for an immediate ceasefire.

27 nations call on Israel to facilitate aid into Gaza

Exposed:

How Hamas built a narrative of starvation

An in-depth review by Israeli security forces reveals significant gaps in Hamas's reporting on malnutrition in Gaza.

How Hamas built a narrative of starvation

Netanyahu presents five conditions for ending the war

In English-language press conference, PM vows to finish Hamas’s defeat, rejects starvation claims, outlines post-war Gaza plan, and says Israel will win 'with or without the support of others.'

Netanyahu presents five conditions for ending the war

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

During a Gaza tour with COGAT, Israeli journalist Natali Dadon documented vast amounts of aid left in the sun, accusing UN agencies of failing to distribute it.

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

Report: Trump and Netanyahu's screaming match

Phone call between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on July 28 escalates into shouting, US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff sent to coordinate positions on the humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Report: Trump and Netanyahu's screaming match

How Hamas stages scenes of suffering

A new investigation raises serious allegations against Anas Zayed Patia, a Gazan photographer accused of staging suffering scenes to serve Hamas propaganda.

How Hamas stages scenes of suffering

Great-granddaughter of Nazi gas supplier on Gaza flotilla

A new flotilla has set sail for Gaza, including Marlena Engelhorn, the great-granddaughter of the Nazi who supplied the deadly Zyklon B gas to the concentration camps.

Great-granddaughter of Nazi gas supplier on Gaza flotilla

Trump:

'US focused on Gaza aid, Israel will decide on control of Gaza'

President Trump says the US is focused on delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and stresses that any decision on reoccupying the region is “up to Israel.” He condemns Hamas-released video of hostage Evyatar David, calling it “horrible.”

'US focused on Gaza aid, Israel will decide on control of Gaza'

Gaza aid expanded:

Private sector goods entry resumes with oversight

Israel has introduced a new system to boost humanitarian aid to Gaza, reducing dependency on international groups and tightly regulating private sector involvement.

Private sector goods entry resumes with oversight

MK blocks Gaza aid trucks at Allenby Crossing in protest

MK Yitzhak Kroizer joins Allenby Crossing protest against humanitarian aid to Hamas: 'Giving Hamas air to breathe while harming the hostages.'

MK blocks Gaza aid trucks at Allenby Crossing in protest

Australia boosts Gaza aid after anti-Israel protest

Australia announces it will provide an additional $20M in aid to Gaza, citing urgent humanitarian needs. The announcement comes days after PM Albanese condemned Israel’s blockade and warned it risks losing international support.

Australia boosts Gaza aid after anti-Israel protest

Trump urges aid for Gaza:

'We don’t want people to starve'

President Donald Trump says the US is leading efforts to provide food for Gaza's civilians: “We're the only country that's really doing that.”

'We don’t want people to starve'

Pres. Herzog to world leaders:

Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

President Isaac Herzog condemns Hamas’ treatment of hostages, urges world leaders to demand hostages’ release and stop aid from reaching terrorists. 'This is a test of humanity.'

Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

Trump:

'We want to get people fed in Gaza'

President Trump tells Axios he’s working on a plan to deliver aid to Gaza, blaming Hamas for seizing relief supplies.

'We want to get people fed in Gaza'

Trump on Gaza:

'We want to make sure people get fed'

President Donald Trump tells NBC News he expects Israel to ensure US aid to Gaza reaches civilians, not Hamas, voices confidence in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s competence.

'We want to make sure people get fed'

'Fake news'

Netanyahu denies reported Trump tensions amid Gaza War concerns

Atlantic report cites tensions between Trump and Netanyahu over Gaza conflict, but Israeli PM’s office calls claims 'fake news' and declines to comment.

Netanyahu denies reported Trump tensions amid Gaza War concerns

New York Governor calls for urgent humanitarian aid in Gaza

Governor Hochul echoes claims of starvation in Gaza, urges Israel to act alongside US to deliver aid, while reaffirming support for hostages’ release and a lasting peace

New York Governor calls for urgent humanitarian aid in Gaza

Trump:

Humanitarian crisis will end when Hamas surrenders

In Truth Social post, US President says hostage release is key to ending Gaza crisis.

Humanitarian crisis will end when Hamas surrenders

Saudi report:

Hamas freezes ceasefire talks 'due to hunger in Gaza'

Hamas freezes ceasefire talks following exponential increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza, insisting talks cannot take place due to 'hunger in Gaza'

Hamas freezes ceasefire talks 'due to hunger in Gaza'

Sen. Cotton: Israel has no responsibility to provide aid to Gaza

Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton says Israel faces 'singular standard' in war, praises IDF for going 'the extra mile' to help Gazans despite unprovoked October 7 attack.

Sen. Cotton: Israel has no responsibility to provide aid to Gaza

Watch:

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Video shows armed Hamas operatives seizing humanitarian supplies meant for civilians; IDF says terror group is blocking aid distribution in Gaza.

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

GHF Manager:

Hamas exploits food shortages for negotiations

The manager of the GHF spoke with i24 about Hamas's claims of famine and the failure of aid organizations to deliver supplies.

Hamas exploits food shortages for negotiations

Netanyahu:

'Israel will keep ensuring humanitarian aid reaches Gaza'

Prime Minister Netanyahu says Israel pauses IDF operations daily to enable humanitarian aid into Gaza, accusing Hamas of stealing supplies and staging media manipulation. He calls the war against Hamas a moral battle for Israel’s survival.

'Israel will keep ensuring humanitarian aid reaches Gaza'

Starvation?

Photos show Gaza market full of goods, locals shopping freely

Photographer documents al-Sahaba Market filled with Israeli produce, canned goods, and customers paying in shekels, amid claims of starvation and famine.

Photos show Gaza market full of goods, locals shopping freely

Trump:

I told Bibi to fight Hamas ‘a different way’

US President tells reporters Hamas was unwilling to negotiate and used hostages as human shields, urging Israel to shift tactics in ongoing fight.

I told Bibi to fight Hamas ‘a different way’

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Driver of humanitarian aid truck drags teen over road

At Dimona protest, teen protester tries to block aid truck to Gaza, driver drags him over the road; police beat young girls attending protest.

Driver of humanitarian aid truck drags teen over road

Gifts for Hamas?

Smotrich to party members: We will be judged by the outcome

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says strategic move underway, rejects idea of quitting government. 'Inappropriate political considerations during wartime.'

Smotrich to party members: We will be judged by the outcome

Hamas leader: Israel is wasting time

Hamas leader in Gaza Khalil al-Hayya accuses Israel of derailing negotiations and targeting civilians, calls on Arab world to act.

Hamas leader: Israel is wasting time

MK Moshe Saada:

'We are a crazy nation that is giving food to its enemy

MK Moshe Saada attacks increased aid to Gaza: ‘An immoral and unethical policy—arming the enemy to fight our children.’

'We are a crazy nation that is giving food to its enemy

Australian PM warns Israel is 'losing support'

Australian PM Anthony Albanese criticizes Israel's blockade of Gaza aid and warns Netanyahu's government is "losing support," but says recognition of a Palestinian state is not imminent.

Australian PM warns Israel is 'losing support'

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

Israel increased humanitarian aid, agreed to unilateral ceasefires, due to mounting pressure from the US and UN, despite potential harm to war effort and loss of leverage in hostage release negotiations, report says.

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

IDF spokesman:

We care more about Gazan civilians than Hamas does

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin speaks from the Kerem Shalom Crossing, emphasizing Israel is doing everything possible to help Gazan civilians. 'Hamas has exploited its own population; Israel supports aid for civilians, not for Hamas.'

We care more about Gazan civilians than Hamas does

Tens of tons of food:

IDF declares daily humanitarian pause as aid airdrops into Gaza

IDF announces daily ten-hour humanitarian pause in Gaza to facilitate aid delivery; Jordan and the UAE airdrop 25 tons of humanitarian supplies into Hamas-controlled enclave.

IDF declares daily humanitarian pause as aid airdrops into Gaza

UAE to lay water pipe from Egypt to Gaza

UAE receives authorization from Israel’s political echelon to construct an independent water pipeline from Egypt to Gaza, which will supply water to approximately 600,000 residents without relying on Israel’s water infrastructure.

UAE to lay water pipe from Egypt to Gaza

Ben-Gvir:

'Humanitarian aid is a disgrace and danger'

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized the aid delivery to the Gaza Strip, calling it "nonsense and hallucination that endangers soldiers."

'Humanitarian aid is a disgrace and danger'

When aid becomes a battleground:

Context for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation allegations

The context surrounding GHF operations and the environment in which these alleged incidents occurred deserves examination alongside the serious and unverified claims being made. Opinion.

Context for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation allegations

Netanyahu allows humanitarian pause, increased aid to Gaza

Starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, the IDF implemented a temporary humanitarian pause in several areas of the Gaza Strip, including the north, to facilitate the delivery of aid.

Netanyahu allows humanitarian pause, increased aid to Gaza

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IDF airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit publishes footage of an airdrop of humanitarian aid to Gaza, including seven packages of aid containing flour, sugar, and canned food.

IDF airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

Responding to 'hunger' campaign:

IAF to airdrop thousands of tons of food to Hamas-controlled Gaza

IDF upgrades humanitarian aid to Gaza, renewing airdrops parallel to improving water and electrical infrastructure in Hamas-controlled Gaza.

IAF to airdrop thousands of tons of food to Hamas-controlled Gaza

UK, France, Germany accuse Israel of blocking Gaza aid

France, Germany, and the UK issue joint rebuke of Israel, accusing it of blocking aid and worsening Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. The leaders demand an end to restrictions and call for an immediate ceasefire.

UK, France, Germany accuse Israel of blocking Gaza aid

Israeli security officials clarify: No famine in Gaza

Israeli sourcs address recent reports claiming 'famine' in Gaza, stressing there is no actual famine in the city, Hamas orchestrating false 'starvation campaign' to pressure Israel into ending the war.

Israeli security officials clarify: No famine in Gaza

Former GHF director:

If someone is hungry in Gaza, it's the fault of Hamas and the UN

Shahar Segal, former spokesperson for US aid group GHF, says UN refusal to cooperate and Hamas control are fueling Gaza’s food insecurity and prolonging the war.

If someone is hungry in Gaza, it's the fault of Hamas and the UN

Projectile launched near Rafah aid site in Gaza, IDF says

Rocket fired from Khan Yunis landed 250 meters from a key aid hub near the Morag Corridor; site opened Thursday despite Hamas efforts to sabotage aid delivery.

Projectile launched near Rafah aid site in Gaza, IDF says

Security source admits:

Half of the aid is being looted

150 trucks with humanitarian equipment enter Gaza every day after inspection. A security source has confirmed that both Hamas and civilians regularly loot the trucks.

Half of the aid is being looted