Gaza Aid Controversy: ‘Mafia-like’ Tactics and Suspended Assistance
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 7:21 pm
In Gaza, an Israeli envoy lambastes independent aid delivery as a “mafia-like” shakedown, claiming that any loss of control by Hamas endangers its hold. Meanwhile, a Canadian humanitarian group has abruptly suspended its aid, accusing the Israeli system of exacerbating local hardships. The conflicting reports underline the absurd complexity of relief efforts in the beleaguered region.
Je n’arrive pas à comprendre que quelque chose soit plus important que des enfants qu’on tue à Gaza.
Hamas knows if it loses control over the aid, it loses control over the people of Gaza, Danny Danon told the United Nations Security Council
Des groupes humanitaires affirment que le gouvernement canadien est resté silencieux au risque croissant de famine pour les Palestiniens dans la bande de Gaza, alors qu’une organisation humanitaire canadienne suspend ses livraisons d’aide après avoir accusé Israël d’imposer un système de…
permalink / 3 stories from sources in 28 hours ago #refugees #foreignpolicy #gaza #israel
More Top Stories...
Ottawa Proposes Fresh Legislation to Bolster Border Security
The Liberal government is preparing to introduce new legislation aimed at tightening border security amid growing external pressures. Authorities claim the move is designed to respond to increased safety concerns at the nation’s gateways, though some critics predict the bill might cause as many headaches as it solves. More...
RCMP clamps down on unauthorized aircraft during G7 summit
In a show of no-nonsense enforcement ahead of the G7 Leaders’ Summit, the RCMP declared that rogue drones and unauthorized aircraft infringing on the restricted Kananaskis airspace will face decisive action. This stern warning adds a sharp twist to an otherwise routine security measure for the high-profile gathering. More...
Canada urges Israel to scrap new West Bank settlements
Canadian officials have issued a pointed call for Israel to abandon its plans for establishing new settlements in the occupied West Bank. The diplomatic message underscores the country’s longstanding reservations about settlement expansion and its hopes to temper regional tensions—because sometimes diplomacy comes with a side of stubborn insistence. More...
Trans Mountain CEO considers additional pipeline ventures
The Trans Mountain CEO has signalled readiness to expand pipeline projects if private sector backing proves insufficient. His comments suggest a willingness to personally champion market-expanding projects amid heightened debate over Canada’s energy future. More...
Trump doubles steel tariffs to 50% on imports
U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to double steel tariffs to 50% during a visit to a Pittsburgh mill, asserting that this move will protect domestic manufacturing. The aggressive trade policy has sparked debates about its economic impact and global competitiveness while drawing plenty of raised eyebrows. More...
Related Tags
Refugees
Gaza Siege Intensifies: Famine Fears and Outrage Over Blockade Measures (7 days ago)
Manitoba Welcomes Gaza Children in Need of Care (21 days ago)
Manitoba Wildfires Prompt Urgent Community Evacuations (21 days ago)
Foreign Policy
Canada urges Israel to scrap new West Bank settlements (5 hours ago)
Pompeo Reassures on Canadian Sovereignty Amid U.S. Concerns (2 days ago)
Quebec Bloc intensifies pressure on Ottawa for Israel sanctions (2 days ago)
Gaza
Israel confirms airstrike killing of top Hamas leader Sinwar (2 days ago)
Liberal leadership embroiled in unintended Hamas propaganda (7 days ago)
Gaza Siege Intensifies: Famine Fears and Outrage Over Blockade Measures (7 days ago)
Israel
Canada urges Israel to scrap new West Bank settlements (5 hours ago)
Israel confirms airstrike killing of top Hamas leader Sinwar (2 days ago)
Walk with Israel event marred by grenade sighting and anti-Semitic incident (4 days ago)