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Cutting off electricity, water, and food constitutes collective punishment

Israel cut off electricity and water supplies to Gaza soon after October 7th. Additionally, food supplies to Gaza have been significantly reduced, with aid groups citing difficulty coordinating with the Israeli military as the primary reason. Evidence indicates civilians deliberately denied access to Food and water. Several humanitarian and government officials have indicated that the IDF has denied certain key items. Some Israeli citizens have also attempted to block aid trucks. These limited food supplies have led to the starvation and deaths of many innocent people, particularly vulnerable children. All reports to the contrary come from Israeli sources, not independent ones.

These policies clearly constitute "collective punishment", which is strictly prohibited under international law. It is important to note that the popular Israeli argument of "collateral damage" does not even apply in this case.

Source: Middle East Eye/AFP/Omar al-Qattaa

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Gazans have received enough food supplies. Claims otherwise are unfortunately spread by anti-Semitic organizations.

Many human rights organizations are influenced by anti-Semitic sentiments. As a democracy, Israel upholds high moral standards in its military operations. A recent study finds that the food supply to Gaza is more than sufficient to meet the population's needs.

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The food shortage is caused by the inefficiency of aid workers and theft by Hamas

A new study reveals that Israel has permitted ample food supplies to enter Gaza. However, these supplies do not reach Gazan civilians in a timely manner due to the inefficiency of the U.N. and humanitarian organizations in processing and distributing the aid. Additionally, Hamas exacerbates the issue by frequently stealing and diverting aid meant for civilians.

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