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Israel Ends MSF Operations in Gaza Amid Aid Controversy

2/19/2026

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In February 2026, Israel announced termination of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) activities in Gaza, effective March 1, 2026.
Israel blamed MSF for not providing a list of Palestinian staff, triggering the termination.
MSF criticized the move as a pretext to obstruct aid.
MSF said it would continue operations.
MSF has faced restrictions on staff entry and medical supplies, and 15 Palestinian MSF employees have been killed since October 7, 2023.

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Story summary

In February 2026, Israel announced termination of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) activities in Gaza, effective March 1, 2026.
Israel blamed MSF for not providing a list of Palestinian staff, triggering the termination.
MSF criticized the move as a pretext to obstruct aid.
MSF said it would continue operations.
MSF has faced restrictions on staff entry and medical supplies, and 15 Palestinian MSF employees have been killed since October 7, 2023.