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Hamas Manipulates Gaza Aid: Stricter Funding Regulations Urged

2/4/2026

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Documents captured by the IDF show Hamas monitored and influenced Gaza's humanitarian organizations and hospitals through a "guarantor" system that pressured staff to redirect aid.
Gerald Steinberg, founder of NGO Monitor, said foreign workers were aware of Hamas's influence.
Allegations against hospital directors include Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, who is linked to Hamas.
Steinberg urged stricter regulations on foreign funding to prevent hidden influences after donations rose post-October 7.

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Documents captured by the IDF show Hamas monitored and influenced Gaza's humanitarian organizations and hospitals through a "guarantor" system that pressured staff to redirect aid.
Gerald Steinberg, founder of NGO Monitor, said foreign workers were aware of Hamas's influence.
Allegations against hospital directors include Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, who is linked to Hamas.
Steinberg urged stricter regulations on foreign funding to prevent hidden influences after donations rose post-October 7.