NGO Monitor Reveals Evidence of Hamas Influence in Humanitarian Organizations in Gaza
Gerald Steinberg, president of NGO Monitor, revealed evidence of Hamas's infiltration in humanitarian organizations in Gaza, based on documents captured by the Israel Defense Forces. These findings indicate that Hamas-affiliated individuals are embedded within NGOs to influence operations and redirect aid, raising concerns about the lack of oversight in donor funding, especially following the surge in aid post-October 7. Steinberg criticized international bodies for their silence on these activities and called for enforceable monitoring of NGO funding.
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Gerald Steinberg, president of NGO Monitor, presented findings from documents captured by the Israel Defense Forces in Gaza, indicating Hamas's infiltration of humanitarian organizations and hospitals. These documents detail a 'guarantor' system, where Hamas-affiliated individuals are embedded within NGOs to influence operations and redirect aid.
Steinberg highlighted the lack of oversight in donor funding, which surged post-October 7 without adequate monitoring. He cited specific cases, including World Vision's Mohammad El Halabi, accused of funneling aid to Hamas, and hospital officials allegedly linked to Hamas.
Steinberg criticized the role of international bodies, asserting they were aware of Hamas's activities but remained silent. He emphasized the need for enforceable monitoring of NGO funding and raised concerns about the broader implications of unregulated aid flows.
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