A: Hey there! Did you catch the news about Gaza?
B: Noo, what's up?
A: Well, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said they won't give out food aid tomorrow because of attacks from Israeli forces. Sadly, this has been happening for a while now and people waiting for help are getting hurt.
B: That sounds terrible! So, have they stopped giving aid completely?
A: Nope, they said they're just closing down the distribution centers tomorrow for some maintenance work. But they plan to restart on Thursday.
B: Wait a sec, is that safe then with the troops blocking the roads?
A: Seems like it's not. The UN and other organizations are criticizing this foundation, saying food aid should be handled by them instead. They think it's not right that people risk their lives just to get food.
B: I can't believe that's happening! What did the UN spokesperson say?
A: He called it unacceptable and asked for an immediate, independent investigation. He said civilians are dying trying to get basic needs met.
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has said it would not distribute food aid to people in the enclave on Wednesday, as attacks by Israeli forces continue there.
The private-sector foundation has provided food since May 27. But local authorities say Israeli troops have been repeatedly opening fire on residents waiting for aid, causing deaths and injuries.
The foundation said on Tuesday that distribution centers would be closed on Wednesday for maintenance work, such as "improving efficiency." It added that operations would resume on Thursday.
The Israeli military said roads leading to the sites would be blocked on Wednesday.
The United Nations and other organizations are criticizing the foundation, which is backed by the US. It says food aid distribution should be carried out in a framework led by the UN.
UN spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, said on Tuesday: "It is unacceptable. Civilians are risking, and in several instances, losing their lives, just trying to get food." He also called for an immediate and independent investigation.
B: Noo, what's up?
A: Well, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said they won't give out food aid tomorrow because of attacks from Israeli forces. Sadly, this has been happening for a while now and people waiting for help are getting hurt.
B: That sounds terrible! So, have they stopped giving aid completely?
A: Nope, they said they're just closing down the distribution centers tomorrow for some maintenance work. But they plan to restart on Thursday.
B: Wait a sec, is that safe then with the troops blocking the roads?
A: Seems like it's not. The UN and other organizations are criticizing this foundation, saying food aid should be handled by them instead. They think it's not right that people risk their lives just to get food.
B: I can't believe that's happening! What did the UN spokesperson say?
A: He called it unacceptable and asked for an immediate, independent investigation. He said civilians are dying trying to get basic needs met.
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has said it would not distribute food aid to people in the enclave on Wednesday, as attacks by Israeli forces continue there.
The private-sector foundation has provided food since May 27. But local authorities say Israeli troops have been repeatedly opening fire on residents waiting for aid, causing deaths and injuries.
The foundation said on Tuesday that distribution centers would be closed on Wednesday for maintenance work, such as "improving efficiency." It added that operations would resume on Thursday.
The Israeli military said roads leading to the sites would be blocked on Wednesday.
The United Nations and other organizations are criticizing the foundation, which is backed by the US. It says food aid distribution should be carried out in a framework led by the UN.
UN spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, said on Tuesday: "It is unacceptable. Civilians are risking, and in several instances, losing their lives, just trying to get food." He also called for an immediate and independent investigation.
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Summary
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation halted food aid distribution on Wednesday due to Israeli attacks, causing casualties. The private-sector foundation had provided food since late May but has been repeatedly attacked by Israeli forces. The Israeli military blocked roads leading to the distribution sites
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250604_28/
Date: June 4, 2025
Created: 2025/06/05 07:08
Updated: 2025/12/08 03:49
Last Read: 2025/06/05 08:34