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News in English (USA) / 03.01.2026 / 14:00

Israel Imposes Strict Ban on Humanitarian Aid Groups in Gaza and West Bank

Israel has announced a ban on dozens of humanitarian organizations, including prominent groups like Doctors Without Borders, which could severely impede aid access in Gaza and the West Bank. The Israeli government claims the suspension is necessary due to security concerns, stating that certain NGOs have connections to terrorist organizations. The decision has drawn widespread condemnation from international bodies, including the UN, whose chief has urged Israel to reverse this ban. Experts warn that the restrictions will deepen the humanitarian crisis in the region, where aid is already desperately needed due to ongoing conflict and recent disasters. Countries worldwide are expressing their concerns about the potential loss of life resulting from this significant reduction in humanitarian support.
MSF - Médecins Sans Frontières, Al Jazeera, Reuters, Doctors Without Borders, OSV News, The Guardian, Le Monde.fr, NPR, The Jerusalem Post, Middle East Eye