In a powerful statement today, more than 20 nations – including Britain, France, Italy, Japan, Australia, Canada, and Denmark – demanded an immediate end to the war in Gaza. Their call comes as reports reveal over 800 Palestinians have tragically lost their lives near food distribution sites, sparking global concern over the current aid delivery model. 😔
Foreign ministers from these countries sharply criticized what they described as the "drip feeding of aid." They argue that this model, which relies on private U.S. security and logistics companies through the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), not only fuels instability but also strips Gazans of their human dignity. In contrast, the traditional UN-led system, though contested by some as vulnerable to misuse, has long been seen as a more impartial channel for aid.
The debate intensifies as the United Nations warns that the current approach breaches humanitarian impartiality standards, while the GHF stands by its methods. This global outcry, coming from nations allied with key supporters of Israel, underlines the urgent need to rethink how critical aid is delivered in conflict zones.
For young, tech-savvy readers in South and Southeast Asia, this serves as a wake-up call on the importance of humanitarian ethics and global accountability. Stay informed and engaged as the conversation unfolds—every voice counts in shaping a fairer world. 📲
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UK, France and other nations call for an immediate end to war in Gaza
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