A new proposal suggests using private contractors and US security firms to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.

The plan aims to provide aid ‘directly – and only – to those in need’ in the besieged Palestinian enclave.

The United Nations has rejected the plan, stating that it ‘weaponises aid’ and could lead to mass displacement of Palestinians.

UNICEF and the WFP have warned of the looming risk of famine in Gaza, adding urgency to the aid situation.

Critics argue that the proposal could undermine the UN’s impartiality and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The plan’s proponents believe that private contractors could deliver aid more efficiently and effectively than the UN.

However, concerns have been raised about the potential for profit-driven motives to influence aid distribution in Gaza.

The controversy highlights the complex challenges of providing humanitarian assistance in conflict zones like Gaza.

As the debate continues, the fate of aid delivery in Gaza hangs in the balance, with implications for the region’s stability and security.