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Why is Israel not allowing aid into Gaza?

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Israel restricts aid into Gaza citing security concerns and blames distribution issues on aid agencies, while humanitarian groups report systematic restrictions and lack of Israeli explanations. Israel also accuses Hamas of diverting aid, but denies blocking supplies. International criticism is mounting as famine conditions worsen.

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More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza

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  • Over 100 aid groups urge governments to act on mass starvation in Gaza. 17s
  • Israel acknowledges a drop in aid deliveries but blames aid agencies for distribution delays. 41s
  • Aid agencies report coordination and safety challenges with Israeli authorities. 1m 33s
  • Gaza's health ministry reports over 100 deaths from famine since October. 1m 53s
  • Journalists covering Gaza, including AFP staff, are also experiencing hunger. 2m 29s
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More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza
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CBS News
10 hours ago
More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza

Israel acknowledges a big drop in aid reaching Gaza but claims it is due to distribution issues by aid agencies, not Israeli actions.

Oxfam director issues dire warning about Gaza
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CNN
12 hours ago
Oxfam director issues dire warning about Gaza

Aid is being systematically restricted by the government of Israel, and requests for explanations from Israeli authorities have gone unanswered.

Oxfam director issues dire warning about Gaza
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CNN
12 hours ago
Oxfam director issues dire warning about Gaza

Oxfam reports they have yet to hear a rationale from Israel for restricting aid, despite repeated questions.

100 humanitarian organizations plead for Gaza aid to resume
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CBC News
1 day ago
100 humanitarian organizations plead for Gaza aid to resume

Israel acknowledges a shortage of aid but blames the UN and denies there is a famine, attributing the crisis to logistical issues involving the UN.

Medics say four Gaza children starve to death in hunger crisis
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Reuters
1 day ago
Medics say four Gaza children starve to death in hunger crisis

Israel controls all aid supplies into Gaza and faces accusations of blocking aid, but denies this and accuses Hamas of stealing food.

Australia joins call for immediate end to war in Gaza
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10 News First
2 days ago
Australia joins call for immediate end to war in Gaza

A joint statement by over 20 countries calls Israel's aid delivery model dangerous and says denial of essential assistance is unacceptable.

Inside a family’s struggle to find food in Gaza
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CNN
2 days ago
Inside a family’s struggle to find food in Gaza

The UN says Israel often denies permission to move aid or approves routes too dangerous to travel, while Israel claims aid is available but not picked up by aid groups.

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