Israel to bar dozens of aid groups from Gaza
The Washington Post••world
Key Points:
- Israel has announced the suspension of licenses for dozens of international humanitarian NGOs operating in the Gaza Strip, citing security concerns.
- The new restrictions are set to begin on Thursday and are expected to significantly hinder the delivery of medical supplies and other essential aid.
- The U.N. and various aid organizations warn that these measures could severely worsen the humanitarian crisis in the already devastated Gaza enclave.
- Relief workers express concern that the move will deepen suffering among Gaza’s civilian population by obstructing critical relief efforts.
