Hamas denies UN accusations over Gaza aid distribution interference
Summary
A United Nations official accused Hamas of interfering with humanitarian aid deliveries and putting aid workers in danger in Gaza. Hamas denied these claims, saying their actions were lawful police operations to stop smuggling inside humanitarian aid.Key Facts
- A UN official said armed people linked to Hamas forced aid workers to stop food distribution at a site in North Gaza.
- The UN reported that these armed personnel entered a World Food Programme warehouse and attacked two truck drivers delivering aid.
- The UN said such incidents show a pattern of violence and obstruction against humanitarian work.
- Hamas denied the accusations, saying the site was the scene of police action against smuggled cigarettes and phone parts hidden in aid packages.
- Hamas stated the police were protecting the neutrality and safety of humanitarian aid.
- Gaza faces severe humanitarian problems after Israel’s war and strict limits on aid supplies.
- Israel’s 2023 war with Hamas started after Hamas fighters attacked southern Israel, killing and capturing many people.
- Despite a US-brokered ceasefire, fighting continues, resulting in thousands of deaths on the Palestinian side and some Israeli casualties.
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