The organizations attribute the blockages to a new registration process introduced in March, which requires submitting lists of Palestinian staff for security vetting. They argue these demands are illegal, endanger staff safety, undermine their independence and aim to restrict humanitarian operations.
“Israel works to enable and facilitate humanitarian aid to Gaza, while the terrorist organization Hamas exploits it to bolster its military strength and control the population, sometimes with the unwitting or knowing support of some international aid groups,” COGAT told global media.
The agency explained that a new security mechanism, developed under political guidance before resuming aid, ensures assistance reaches civilians, not Hamas.
This includes a mandatory registration process with the Diaspora Ministry, requiring staff lists for preemptive security checks based on clear professional and security criteria to prevent terrorist infiltration. “This is a transparent process, presented to all organizations in advance,” COGAT added.
COGAT further noted that delays cited by the signatories occur only when groups refuse to meet security conditions designed to exclude Hamas. “Instead of opposing the process and issuing statements, we urge all international organizations—especially those who signed the document—to act transparently, complete registration and ensure aid reaches residents, not Hamas,” the agency said.
COGAT representatives confirmed the details with WCK, which verified the vehicle had no connection to its operations. “This cynical use of aid symbols undermines trust and endangers our work,” WCK said in a statement, highlighting the misuse of humanitarian emblems in war zones.
