US and Israel Near Agreement on Humanitarian Aid to Gaza to sideline Hamas

washington - The US, Israel, and an international fund are close to a deal to resume humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to prevent Hamas from controlling the assistance.

US and Israel Close to Deal on Humanitarian Aid for Gaza

The United States, Israel, and representatives of a new international fund are on the verge of reaching an agreement to restart humanitarian aid to Gaza, with the goal of sidelining Hamas from accessing the aid.

Background

Israel has blocked the delivery of goods and aid to over 2 million Gaza residents since early March, accusing Hamas of seizing aid items by force and reselling them at inflated prices.

New Plan Details

The new plan includes the construction of secure aid distribution centers in Gaza, where Palestinians can collect one aid package per family weekly to sustain them for seven days. Israel is willing to finance and build these aid facilities and infrastructure.

International Fund and Oversight

An international fund led by humanitarian experts will oversee the aid operation in Gaza, supported by an advisory council of prominent international figures.

Security Measures

The Israeli military will not directly handle aid distribution but will assist in securing the aid centers to prevent Hamas interference.

The agreement aims to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza while ensuring aid reaches those in need without being exploited by Hamas.