An internal analysis by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) found no evidence that Hamas systematically stole US-funded humanitarian aid in Gaza. This finding contradicts longstanding allegations by Israel and some US officials, who have claimed that aid diversion by Hamas justifies restrictions on humanitarian deliveries. The USAID review documented some incidents of aid loss or theft, but attributed many to factors such as Israeli military actions or general chaos, rather than organized Hamas theft. The report has sparked debate, with some officials disputing its conclusions but providing little concrete evidence to the contrary. The controversy highlights the complex challenges of delivering aid in conflict zones and the political narratives surrounding humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
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