ALBAWABA - Hamas has accused Israel of deliberately delaying humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts agreed upon in the ceasefire deal that took effect on January 19, 2025. The movement criticized Israel’s failure to meet key relief commitments, leaving many areas in Gaza without essential supplies.
According to Al Jazeera, Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem stated that Israel has not fully adhered to the agreement, blocking critical aid, including medical supplies, fuel, and heavy machinery necessary for removing rubble and recovering bodies. He emphasized that northern Gaza has received minimal assistance, while fuel deliveries remain significantly below the agreed amounts.
Qassem also noted that Israel has not allowed the entry of equipment for clearing debris, which hinders both humanitarian efforts and the retrieval of bodies for a potential exchange at the end of this ceasefire phase. Hamas called on international mediators to pressure Israel into fulfilling its commitments, particularly regarding food, shelter materials, and emergency supplies.
The ceasefire agreement outlined a structured relief plan, which, as Al Jazeera reported, included the opening of the Rafah crossing within a week of implementation, the daily entry of 600 aid trucks, and the launch of reconstruction projects to restore infrastructure and house displaced residents.
Despite these provisions, Hamas claims Israel has obstructed these efforts, further worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Al Jazeera noted that the agreement also included the establishment of temporary housing for 60,000 displaced families and the delivery of 200,000 tents, which have yet to materialize.
With the situation deteriorating, Hamas insists that Israel must be held accountable for its violations, warning that continued delays could threaten the stability of the ceasefire agreement.
