Israel takes steps to shut down international aid groups in Gaza and the West Bank
Summary
Israel has taken measures to stop international aid groups from working in Gaza and the West Bank. These actions include requiring aid organizations to re-register and facing restrictions on delivering aid, despite a recent ceasefire agreement to increase aid.Key Facts
- Israel has banned a United Nations agency from sending aid to Gaza.
- Israel requires international aid groups to re-register under new rules.
- Only two out of seven border crossings between Israel and Gaza are open for aid deliveries.
- Many requests by aid groups to send help into Gaza are being denied.
- Israel cites security concerns as a reason for these restrictions, but has not provided evidence.
- The re-registration process includes approval by a committee that reviews aid groups under new criteria.
- Aid groups like the Norwegian Refugee Council are unable to send aid until re-registration is complete.
- Israel has previously accused some aid organizations of supporting terrorism.
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