Israel moves to tighten control of aid and rights groups
Briefly

Amid a military campaign in Gaza, Israel escalates its crackdown on both international and domestic humanitarian organizations focused on aiding Palestinians. New visa and registration rules target foreign aid groups, while legislation limits funding for local NGOs documenting human rights abuses. This comes after a two-month blockade on Gaza. A letter from 50 organizations, including Oxfam and Doctors Without Borders, denounced these developments as grave threats to humanitarian efforts. The regulations demand detailed staff information, allowing disqualification for any pro-boycott stance or accusations against Israel.
The recent crackdown on humanitarian organizations in Israel, particularly those aiding Palestinians, marks a significant escalation in the government's restrictions against international assistance.
The new bill proposed by Israel’s government aims to restrict foreign funding for local NGOs that expose or document human rights abuses in occupied territories.
Over 50 international aid organizations protested new registration rules, labeling them a serious threat to humanitarian operations, showcasing widespread discontent among global stakeholders.
New regulations compel NGOs to disclose personal information about Palestinian staff, permitting disqualification of groups for expressing support for boycotts or criticizing Israel's actions.
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