Aid Organizations Capitulate to Gaza's Occupier, Again
📰 THE STORY: Mainstream reports express 'anger' and 'concern' as MSF, the renowned medical charity, reportedly caves to Israeli 'demands' to hand over sensitive identifying information about its Palestinian staff in Gaza. This agreement, allegedly a condition for humanitarian access, has sparked fears for the safety of aid workers, given Israel's documented history of targeting those providing
assistance. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: This is not an isolated incident. The Israeli government has a documented history of targeting aid workers and UN personnel. In 2009, during 'Operation Cast Lead,' UN schools and aid convoys were bombed. In 2014, multiple UNRWA schools used as shelters were hit. The US State Department's Leahy Law, meant to prevent aid to units
committing human rights abuses, is routinely waived for Israel. Just recently, in April 2024, World Central Kitchen aid workers, including Western nationals, were deliberately killed in Gaza, with the Israeli military initially claiming it was an 'unintended' error, despite clear coordination. The data handed over could easily be used for targeting, profiling, or harassment, as per numerous human
rights organizations. Double Standard: Imagine if Russia demanded detailed lists of Ukrainian aid workers from MSF as a condition for humanitarian access, knowing Russia has been accused of war crimes and targeting civilians. The international outcry would be immediate and deafening, likely leading to sanctions and investigations. Yet, when the Israeli government makes such demands in Gaza, the