Hamas has once again revealed its sinister nature, launching a direct attack on American aid workers. On Saturday morning, two veterans associated with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) were injured when terrorists hurled grenades packed with ball bearings during a food distribution event in Khan Younis. This brazen act of aggression is a stark reminder of the brutal tactics employed by Hamas to undermine humanitarian efforts in the region.
Amidst their ongoing operations, GHF achieved a remarkable feat this week: delivering its one-millionth box of aid to the Palestinian people. This milestone is part of a larger initiative, providing over 62 million meals to families in need, even as they face constant threats from Hamas. This successful distribution cycle saw over 1.8 million meals delivered just yesterday, emphasizing the vital role that GHF plays in supporting Palestinian communities.
Unlike the United Nations, which has repeatedly failed in its mission to deliver aid and has been complicit in Hamas’s thievery, GHF operates outside of these dysfunctional channels. The UN has lost credibility, with allegations of collusion between its agencies and Hamas, as well as reports of aid being siphoned off and sold at exorbitant prices to local residents. This situation is unconscionable.
Both GHF and its operations are under siege. Hamas has consistently attempted to intimidate Palestinian civilians who seek assistance from GHF, and Saturday’s attack marks the second attempt to disrupt their work, underscoring the urgency of this crisis. The U.S. and Israel condemned this cowardly assault, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressing heartfelt wishes for the recovery of the injured aid workers, emphasizing the importance of their mission and calling upon the world to denounce Hamas’s brutality.
Even as indirect negotiations for a ceasefire continue, Hamas is demanding that the UN take control of all aid—a condition that would only empower their agenda of violence and oppression. It’s time for the global community to rally behind solid action, allowing GHF to continue its crucial work, unimpeded by those who seek to undermine it.
We must stand firm against Hamas’s attacks, bolster our support for organizations like GHF, and ensure that humanitarian efforts prevail in the face of terror. The stakes are high, and the need for decisive, unwavering support is more critical than ever.
