Multiple internal analyses by the US government, including USAID, and statements from Israeli military officials have found no evidence that Hamas systematically stole humanitarian aid intended for Gaza. These findings contradict longstanding claims by Israel and some US officials that Hamas routinely diverted or looted aid, which has been used to justify restrictions on aid deliveries. The USAID review examined numerous incidents and concluded that only a negligible amount of aid could be attributed to theft, and not necessarily by Hamas. Despite these findings, some Israeli and US officials continue to dispute the reports, while humanitarian organizations warn that aid restrictions are worsening the crisis for Gaza's civilian population. The debate over aid diversion remains highly politicized, impacting both policy and the flow of humanitarian assistance.
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