MSF Condemns Israeli Aid Model in Gaza as 'Ethnic Cleansing'

Gaza Aid Distribution: MSF Director Condemns 'Ethnic Cleansing' Strategy The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has taken a critical turn, with concerns rising over Israel's aid distribution model. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Director for Southeast and East Asia Pacific, Paul McPhun, has voiced strong criticism, alleging that the current system is being used as a tool for forced displacement and ethnic cleansing. "This is an attempt by Israel to feign compliance with international humanitarian law," McPhun stated in a recent interview with Astro AWANI. "It's a systematic strategy of ethnic cleansing." He highlighted that the aid distribution sites, controlled by Israeli and US forces, are strategically located in a way that forces vulnerable populations to relocate to access aid, creating further hardship and instability. The interview also revealed the dire conditions in Gaza, with a 13-week siege causing widespread starvation. McPhun emphasized the importance of impartial aid delivery, stating, "Aid needs to be distributed and directed to where the needs are greatest, irrespective of who they are, their identity, religion, or background." He expressed deep concern that the current model prevents this vital principle from being implemented, leaving the most vulnerable to suffer the most. The situation underscores the urgency of providing adequate and impartial humanitarian assistance to Gaza. The international community must address this critical issue to prevent further suffering and ensure that aid reaches those who need it most.