Multiple internal reviews by Israeli military officials and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have found no evidence that Hamas systematically stole humanitarian aid intended for Gaza.
These findings directly contradict longstanding claims by Israeli officials and some US politicians, who have used alleged aid theft as justification for restricting or blocking aid deliveries to Gaza. The reports indicate that while some aid has been lost or stolen, there is no proof that Hamas was responsible for widespread diversion. The narrative of systematic theft has fueled international debate and policy decisions, even as hunger and humanitarian needs in Gaza remain acute.
The revelations have prompted criticism of both Israeli and US policies, with calls for more transparent and effective aid distribution.
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