Israel says the rules are aimed at preventing Hamas and other militant groups from infiltrating the aid organizations. But the organizations say the rules are arbitrary and warned that the new ban would harm a civilian population desperately in need of humanitarian aid. AdvertisementIsrael has claimed throughout the war that Hamas was siphoning off aid supplies, a charge the U.N. and aid groups have denied. GAZA CITY, GAZA - DECEMBER 30: Two young Palestinian volunteers dressed as Santa Claus tour neighborhoods in Gaza City, Gaza, reduced to rubble by Israeli attacks, offering moments of relief to children, on December 30, 2025. AdvertisementThis isn’t the first time Israel has tried to crack down on international humanitarian organizations.

Source: Huffington Post December 31, 2025 03:22 UTC