The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, backed by Israel and led by American spokesperson Chapin Fay, has been criticized for its handling of aid distribution in Gaza. Despite refusing UN cooperation due to prioritizing Israeli military objectives, GHF has become the only source of aid for 90,000 malnourished women and children since May. Critics argue that these “food hubs” are “sadistic death traps,” where Palestinians risk being shot by IDF forces while waiting for aid. The group’s actions have led to over 1,000 reported deaths in the scramble for food. Experts say GHF’s numbers are vastly underreported, with at least 75,200 Palestinians killed and 8,540 dying due to starvation during Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. The US government’s involvement has further blurred the lines between humanitarian aid and military objectives, raising questions about who to trust in this crisis.
Source: https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025/07/26/jennifer-oconnell-words-like-humanitarian-have-lost-all-meaning-in-gaza-let-the-images-speak-instead