Palestinians in Gaza say ‘lives will be destroyed’ by Israel’s NGO ban

Palestinians in Gaza are expressing alarm over Israel's impending ban on 37 international NGOs, including Doctors Without Borders, the Norwegian Refugee Council, and CARE International, which provide critical aid to the devastated region. Starting Thursday, the ban stems from new Israeli regulations requiring aid organizations to disclose staff and operational details. Gazan residents warn that the removal of these organizations will lead to a humanitarian catastrophe, exacerbating existing hardships and potentially causing widespread death and devastation, especially with limited medical facilities and financial resources. Ten countries, including Canada, France, and the UK, have urged Israel to ensure the sustained operation of international NGOs in Gaza. Israel accuses the NGOs of having links to Hamas, but has provided no proof.

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