Gaza aid

UN claims delisting of groups ties to US Gaza aid was an 'error'

UN acknlowledges removal of NGOs that participate in the efforts of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation after Israel's UN ambassador accuses UN of 'mafia-like' behavior.

Netanyahu admits:

Hamas is still in power because of profits from humanitarian aid

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted to hostages' families that one of the two reasons that Hamas is still in power is its profits from the humanitarian aid.

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Gazans cheer for 'Trump, Netanyahu, and America'

Footage reportedly from the Gaza Strip following the opening of the new aid distribution centers, which Israel and the US initiated, shows a group of young men chanting the names of the US and Israeli leaders.

Danon accuses UN of 'shakedown' of NGOs involved in Gaza aid

Israeli UN Ambassador accuses UN of 'mafia-like' conduct against NGOs that participate in the new intitiative by Israel and the US to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza.

State Department:

'Gaza aid criticism is the height of hypocrisy'

State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce hits back at UN and NGO criticism of the new US-backed Gaza aid effort, calling it "the height of hypocrisy."

Liberman claims:

'Israel is funding the aid to Gaza'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman claims that humanitarian aid to Gaza is funded by the Mossad and the Defense Ministry, amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars from public funds, echoing similar claims made by Yair Lapid.

Israel accuses UN of refusing to collect, distribute aid for Gaza

COGAT publishes photograph of aid trucks waiting at the Kerem Shalom Crossing for the UN to use them to distribute aid in Gaza. 'The UN still refuses to do its job.'

Report:

Civilians overrun, destroy Gaza aid distribution center

Thousands of Gazans broke into the aid distribution complex in Gaza; IDF fired warning shots to disperse the crowd and the American personnel withdrew.

Gazans begin receiving aid from distribution centers

2 centers in Tel al-Sultan and the Morag Corridor in the Rafah area began operating today and are distributing food packages to thousands of families in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas executes four for aid looting

Hamas executes four men in Gaza for looting aid trucks, as a clan leader in southern Gaza challenges Hamas's control by forming his own force to secure aid deliveries.

Despite Hamas warnings

New US-backed aid group begins Gaza operations

Gaza Humanitarian Foundation commences aid distribution in Gaza, a day after its director quit, despite objections from the United Nations and warnings from Hamas.

Smotrich denies Lapid's claim Israel funding aid to Gaza

Finance Minister states, 'The State of Israel does not fund humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza. Period.'

Gaza aid setback:

US-backed initiative's chief resigns

Jake Wood unexpectedly resigns as executive director of the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), cites an inability to adhere to humanitarian principles amidst complex challenges.

A Rabbi's thoughts on the DC murders:

Rage does not entitle you to murder

Hey, Elias, if you cared for children in Gaza, why didn't you fly to Ben Gurion airport, cut over to Gaza, and enlist at the local Hamas recruiting office? Opinion.

While hostages languish

Watch: Tens of thousands of pitas baked in Gaza

Newly released footage shows the preparation of pitas using flour provided through humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, while hostages remain held in captivity.

UAE says it agreed with Israel to coordinate Gaza aid

United Arab Emirates and Israel reach an agreement to facilitate the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid from the Gulf country to Gaza. The development comes amidst heightened international pressure on Israel regarding the humanitarian situation.

Netanyahu's spokesman:

We can't promise that Hamas won't pillage aid trucks

Omer Dostri, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesman, said that it is impossible to promise that Hamas would not loot the trucks bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza.

'They will reach Hamas'

Watch: Dozens of aid trucks wait to enter Gaza

Activists from the Tzav 9 movement filmed trucks waiting to enter the Gaza Strip through the Kerem Shalom crossing to deliver humanitarian aid, which they fear Hamas may seize.

Ceasefire or else

UK, Canada, France threaten Israel

Leaders demand immediate halt to IDF operations in Gaza, threaten sanctions, and call for recognition of Palestinian state as part of two-state solution.

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Hecklers disrupt Israeli minister in NYC

Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf warned against misguided humanitarian aid to Gaza, emphasized the urgency of returning hostages, and called for global Jewish support in strengthening Israel’s periphery.

Outrage over Gaza aid:

'Aid to Gaza - a stab in the back of soldiers'

Families of hostages, soldiers, and ministers blast the Prime Minister following his allowing of entry of aid to Gaza: "A gift to Hamas, harming the hostages and the IDF."

Netanyahu approves humanitarian aid to Gaza

Despite opposition from some of the ministers, the Prime Minister has approved the entry of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

Witkoff:

Trump’s red line on Iran - Zero enrichment

Envoy Steve Witkoff outlines Trump’s hardline stance on Iran and coordinated humanitarian strategy for Gaza.

Gaza aid impasse:

UN declines role in US-led humanitarian effort

UN says it will not participate in a new US-backed Gaza aid operation, citing concerns over impartiality and independence.

US-backed group to launch Gaza aid by end of May

A US-backed humanitarian organization, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), says it will begin aid operations in Gaza by the end of May. GHF urges Israel to immediately allow aid flow under existing procedures until its secure distribution sites are operational.

Report:

US and Hamas holding direct talks on ceasefire

Both Al Jazeera and Reuters are reporting that Hamas and the US are directly discussing a ceasefire and the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

'Hamas must be defeated':

Israel backs US-led Gaza aid overhaul

Foreign Minister highlights Hamas' responsibility for the war, calls Iran 'most dangerous state,' and reaffirms strategic alliance with Germany.

Over Gaza war

EU to reassess Israel trade deal

European Union foreign ministers are set to formally discuss reviewing a trade agreement with Israel amid deepening concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Watchdog:

Biden’s Gaza pier mission was poorly planned

Pentagon watchdog report reveals major operational failures in Biden’s $230 million Gaza aid pier mission, including 62 US troop injuries, millions in damages, and equipment shortfalls.

Report:

Nobel laureate David Beasley in line to head Gaza relief group

Planned Gaza Humanitarian Foundation seeks to restore aid flow while ensuring terror groups are sidelined.

Malta denies blocking damaged Gaza-bound aid ship

International NGO accuses Malta of obstructing a humanitarian ship en route to Gaza after it was allegedly hit by drones. Malta denies the claim, saying the vessel's crew refused official assistance.

'Learned nothing from 10.7'

Sen. Sanders calls to halt aid, Minister Katz shoots back

Far-left US Senator Bernie Sanders called on the US to stop supplying military aid to Israel since it stopped letting aid into Gaza. Defense Minister Katz replied and ensured: 'Large quantities of aid were delivered.'

'Put pressure where it belongs'

Ambassador Huckabee's answer to WHO official's request

The Eastern Mediterranean Regional Coordinator for the World Health Organization asked the new US Ambassador to pressure Israel to let humanitarian aid into Gaza. Huckabee made it clear who really must be pressured.

Report:

Gaza has 1 month's supply of food left

Israel estimates that stopping the transfer of humanitarian aid will result in the Gaza Strip running out of food within a month, which would increase pressure on Hamas to end the war on Israel's terms.

UN chief rejects Israeli proposal for Gaza aid oversight

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres firmly rejects Israeli plan to oversee humanitarian aid entering Gaza, warning it could severely limit supplies. While Israel insists the system would prevent Hamas from misusing aid, Guterres emphasizes adherence to humanitarian principles and calls for unrestricted access to those in need.

Supreme Court rejects petition to allow aid into Gaza

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Israel is not required under international or Israeli law to allow humanitarian aid to enter the Gaza Strip.

ICJ to discuss Israel's responsibility for aid in Gaza

International Court of Justice to convene in late April to discuss UN resolution which urged the court to clarify Israel's obligations in ensuring access to aid in Gaza.

State reveals:

Over 20,000 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza during ceasefire

In its response to a petition regarding the cessation of aid to Gaza, the State demands that the Supreme Court not intervene, arguing that this is a security decision subject to the discretion of the executive branch.

Nothing humanitarian about aid to Gaza

The billions of dollars that flowed into Gaza over the past two decades enabled the governing genocidal junta to solidify its control. Opinion.

Israel to stop supplying Gaza with electricity

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Eli Cohen ordered the Electric Company to stop selling electricity to Gaza.

UN chief urges Israel to allow aid into Gaza without delay

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres again criticizes Israel, this time over its decision to halt the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip: Humanitarian aid is not negotiable.

FM Sa’ar:

Hamas rejected ceasefire, turned aid into terror funding

The Foreign Minister referenced past statements by former US President Joe Biden, who warned that international assistance would be cut off if Hamas diverted or stole aid.

Erez Crossing:

Humanitarian aid truck found to be smuggling contraband in Gaza

An inspection of the truck's contents turned up 650 smartphones, dozens of SIM cards, three projectors, and various spare parts for vehicles. The driver was arrested and taken for questioning.

Niece of hostage:

'If hostages aren't returned, stop the aid to Gaza'

‎Yael Savariego, niece of hostage Lior Rudaeff whose body is being held in Gaza, demands that aid to Hamas be stopped following the terrorist group’s announcement that it would be suspending the implementation of the hostage deal.

Exposed:

Humanitarian aid goes to waste because of the aid organizations

Keshet 12 News report exposes how thousands of tons of food and humanitarian equipment meant for Gaza go to waste because of the aid organizations.

'The situation is catastrophic'

British minister to announce additional aid to Gaza

Britain’s International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds set to announce £19 million of funding for Gaza, as well as £7m of new UK funding to UNRWA.

Parents disrupt hearing:

'The enemy gets aid, what about the hostages?'

Parents who lost children during the war disrupted a Supreme Court hearing regarding humanitarian aid to Gaza: 'It's crazy that the State of Israel sends aid to Hamas.'

Ammunition found in Gaza convoy along humanitarian aid route

IDF announces that convoy searched due to suspicious activity was found to contain bags with weapons ammunition. The convoy was traveling internally in Gaza and not through the humanitarian aid crossings at the Israel-Gaza border.

Following US pressure:

IDF expands humanitarian zone in Gaza

Amid the US pressure regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza, the IDF has announced the expansion of the humanitarian zone.

Security Cabinet to meet today

'Strike on Iran in the coming days'

The cabinet will discuss the retaliation for the Iranian missile attack as well as a plan to use an American security company to oversee humanitarian aid in northern Gaza.

Ambassador Danon:

'The problem is that Hamas steals aid for Gazans'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN responds to accusations that Israel is not allowing enough aid to enter the Gaza Strip: The amount of aid is not the issue, but rather the fact that Hamas steals aid which is destined for Gazans.

After US ultimatum:

Israel vows to improve conditions in Gaza

Axios report: Israeli officials have been reassuring US counterparts that Israel will take swift action to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, following a threat of an arms embargo from the Biden administration.

AIPAC:

'Threatening to cut support for Israel sends a dangerous message'

AIPAC criticizes Biden administration's warning to Israel of a US arms embargo over humanitarian aid into Gaza: Israel routinely takes unprecedented steps to preserve and safeguard Palestinian lives.

Israeli official on US threat:

'Israel takes this matter seriously'

Israeli official responds to US letter warning of an arms embargo over entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza: Israel intends to address the concerns raised in this letter with our American counterparts.

Israel allows humanitarian aid into northern Gaza

30 trucks of flour and food enter the northern Gaza Strip from Ashdod port through the Erez crossing, after two weeks in which no aid was brought into the area.

VP Harris:

'Israel should make effort to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza'

US Vice President cites claims by World Food Program that no aid has reached Gaza for nearly two weeks, says Israel must increase efforts in allowing humanitarian aid into northern Gaza.

PlayStations and perfume

The Footage that led to an uproar: 'In Gaza you can get anything'

A Gazan filmed the goods that were being offered in the Gaza Strip and enraged Israelis. 'Why would the enemy surrender when this is the situation?'

Israel-Hamas misperceptions

The West simply does not understand the Middle East, as the points below show. Opinion.

Report finds:

Biden ignored internal opposition, pushed failed Gaza pier

A USAID Inspector General report stated that President Biden pushed for the US-run pier to deliver aid to Gazans despite concerns that it would draw away from pressure on Israel to open land crossings.

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Armed Hamas terrorists attempt to commandeer humanitarian aid

IDF publishes footage of armed terrorists attempting to take control of humanitarian aid trucks in Rafah.