EU Rejects US-Israel Gaza Aid Plan, Citing Concerns Over Hamas and Humanitarian Principles

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has taken a new turn with the EU's rejection of a new aid distribution system. The system, backed by the US and Israel, bypasses the UN and other humanitarian organizations. Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, stated, "Israeli strikes in Gaza go beyond what is necessary to fight Hamas." Kallas voiced concerns that the new system undermines established humanitarian principles and risks further escalating tensions in the region. The EU's position is a significant development, highlighting the complexities of the humanitarian crisis and the international community's divided response. This decision underscores the importance of maintaining established humanitarian channels and the potential for unintended consequences when such systems are bypassed.