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Prime Minister’s Office rejected criticism from the Peace Council alleging Israel was blocking vital winter equipment from entering Gaza, instead placing responsibility on Hamas. The government detailed a preparedness plan comprising over 91,000 tents and thousands of equipment trucks, claiming the terrorist organisation redirects humanitarian aid for military purposes.

Netanyahu responded to the Peace Council’s allegations, stating that Israel is committed to implementing President Trump’s 20-point plan and has provided more than 91,000 tents and 8,200 trucks of equipment to Gaza residents. He accused Hamas of lying and claimed the group has not surrendered a single weapon.

The Prime Minister’s Office statement asserted that the UN and UNRWA are complicit, stating they “turn a blind eye” to Hamas’s misappropriation of aid. Both the initial government response and Netanyahu’s subsequent statement emphasise Israel’s commitment to winter preparedness whilst rejecting allegations of obstruction.

Sources: Ynet, www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel

Update 22:45: Ongoing development regarding Gaza post-conflict arrangements and Israeli security demands