humanitarian aid

Witkoff rejected the notion that Hamas had accepted the offer for a hostage deal and a ceasefire in Gaza, as did an Israeli official.

The "criminals" were accused of "looting and causing the death of members of a force tasked with securing aid trucks," a source said.

In an official statement it released, it claimed this is an "intelligence operation for information gathering," which, they argue, will lead to "fights over a piece of bread."

Merz will tell Netanyahu "not to overdo it" in a call this week, though notes Germany will remain more guarded in its criticism than others for "historical reasons"

Hamas is struggling to govern Gaza, the IDF added, struggling to pay its terrorists' salaries.

None of those involved seems to have run an aid program for a million or two million people in wartime. All of those involved may be professionals, but the task in Gaza is herculean. 

Wood also hinted at threats from Israel towards GHF's independence and humanitarian aid activities, Ynet reported.

The GHF said that though using private security firms represents a change from prior aid delivery frameworks, it would ensure aid is not diverted to Hamas or criminal organizations.

The initiative, which presented itself as neutral and independent, had first been discussed in private meetings of IDF officers and businesspeople with close ties to the Israeli government.

The stolen goods were sold to Gazans at inflated prices in areas such as Deir al-Balah and the Nuseirat refugee camp.