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Palestinian Embassy in Cyprus Condemns Israel's 'Blockade' of Humanitarian Organizations in Gaza

Published January 1, 2026, 07:02
Palestinian Embassy in Cyprus Condemns Israel's 'Blockade' of Humanitarian Organizations in Gaza

The Palestinian Embassy in Cyprus has expressed strong concern and unequivocal condemnation over Israel's decision to suspend the activities of international humanitarian organizations in the Gaza Strip as of January 1st. The decision affects organizations like 'Doctors Without Borders' and is based on new 'control' mechanisms requiring detailed information about the organizations' staff, funding, and operations. The embassy argues that these requirements violate the fundamental principles of neutrality, independence, and humanitarian action, as defined by international humanitarian law. Furthermore, it deems the accusations of collaboration between humanitarian organizations and Palestinian groups as baseless and dangerous. The embassy accuses Israel of attempting to criminalize humanitarian aid and target workers trying to save lives in Gaza, which is under continuous blockade. It emphasizes that humanitarian assistance should not be considered a crime. The embassy appealed to the international community, the European Union, and the United Nations to take immediate action to address the situation and ensure that humanitarian organizations can continue their work in Gaza without obstruction.

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