Why it matters:
The dispute underscores growing tensions between the U.S. and Palestinian factions over the framing of humanitarian access and accountability. As aid remains scarce and infrastructure deteriorates, accusations like these risk deepening mistrust and complicating relief efforts in the war-torn enclave.
What they’re saying:
“These claims are baseless and politically motivated,” Hamas said in a statement, adding that they serve to rationalize the already limited flow of aid to civilians in Gaza.
The group stated that Washington is using the incident as a pretext to intensify the blockade and exert pressure aimed at disarming the Palestinian resistance.
Between the lines:
Analysts view the U.S. narrative as part of a broader campaign to delegitimize Hamas and pave the way for its disarmament. They argue that such claims are timed to coincide with diplomatic efforts to reshape Gaza’s post-war governance and weaken armed factions under the guise of humanitarian oversight.
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