Aid in Conflict: The Struggle for Relief in Gaza

President Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, visited Gaza to assess a U.S.-backed aid operation criticized for dangerous conditions. The aid distribution by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation faced backlash as over 1,000 people died in attempts to receive aid. Tensions rise amid negotiations and the worsening humanitarian crisis.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 01-08-2025 23:49 IST | Created: 01-08-2025 23:49 IST
Aid in Conflict: The Struggle for Relief in Gaza
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President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, inspected a contentious U.S.-backed aid operation in Gaza, facing accusations from the United Nations of contributing to deadly conditions. The site, run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), sees heightened criticism amidst ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Following Witkoff's visit, Palestinian medics reported fatalities due to Israeli forces' actions near the site. The U.N. claims over 1,000 individuals have perished during aid attempts since GHF's May initiation. This operation has ignited debates over aid security and the tragic escalation of hunger in Gaza.

Amid high-stakes negotiations and international backlash, attempts persist to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. Israel reported significant aid conveyance attempts, but global pressure mounts to resolve the conflict and address the severe shortages impacting Gaza's population.

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