New Israeli rules hinder aid efforts for Palestinians

Aid workers in the Palestinian territories are worried that new Israeli rules could severely hinder humanitarian efforts. A recent plan from COGAT aims to tighten control over aid distribution, making it more difficult for NGOs to operate effectively. The proposed changes include establishing logistics centers linked to the military and stricter oversight of the humanitarian supply chain. NGOs argue that these measures will complicate aid delivery and do not address the real issues of looting, which they claim is minimal. Additionally, a new directive requires NGOs to provide detailed information about their staff, allowing the government to reject employees linked to perceived anti-Israel activities. This comes amid ongoing violence, with many aid workers facing significant risks in Gaza.