Fifteen international human rights organizations have warned the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and its affiliates (Safe Reach Solutions, UG Solutions) to cease operations in Gaza or face legal consequences. They allege potential complicity in international law violations, including war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide, citing GHF's 'militarized model' and collaboration with Israeli authorities, which has led to Palestinian deaths.
Rights groups warn Gaza Humanitarian Foundation it may be liable for international law violations
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Fifteen international human rights organizations have warned the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and its affiliates (Safe Reach Solutions, UG Solutions) to cease operations in Gaza or face legal consequences. They allege potential complicity in international law violations, including war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide, citing GHF's 'militarized model' and collaboration with Israeli authorities, which has led to Palestinian deaths.
Trending- 1 Two months prior: A blockade on most aid entering Gaza pushed residents to the verge of famine.
- 2 Last three weeks: Rollout of GHF operations in Gaza.
- 3 Earlier this month: The US-based Center for Constitutional Rights warned Johnnie Moore and GHF representatives of potential legal action.
- 4 Last week: US Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned the Trump administration's proposal to redirect $500m from USAID to GHF.
- 5 Monday (June 23, 2025): Fifteen international human rights organizations sent a letter to GHF, Safe Reach Solutions, and UG Solutions.
- GHF and its representatives may face civil litigation or criminal prosecution under US and international law
- Major aid groups have boycotted GHF operations
- Scores of Palestinians seeking food aid have been killed by Israeli forces in chaotic scenes around GHF distribution hubs
- Calls for the immediate suspension of actions or support that facilitate forcible displacement, starvation, or breaches of international law
- Calls for UN-operated relief efforts to be allowed back into Gaza
What: Fifteen international human rights organizations called on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and other private groups running aid delivery in Gaza to cease operations or face legal consequences.
When: Letter sent on Monday (June 23, 2025). GHF operations rolled out over the last three weeks. Previous warning earlier this month.
Where: Gaza, United States, Switzerland.
Why: The GHF's 'militarized model' and close collaboration with Israeli authorities are criticized for undermining core humanitarian principles and potentially aiding and abetting crimes under international law, including war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide.
How: Human rights groups sent a formal letter warning GHF. US Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned the Trump administration's proposal to redirect USAID funds to GHF. Major aid groups have boycotted GHF operations.