On Saturday, July 5, two American veterans working with the U.S.- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) were injured in an attack while distributing aid to Palestinians. The two veterans are reportedly receiving medical treatment and are in stable condition. GHF said the Americans were “highly decorated” veterans.
“GHF has repeatedly warned of credible threats from Hamas, including explicit plans to target American personnel, Palestinian aid workers, and the civilians who rely on our sites for food. Today’s attack tragically affirms those warnings,” the organization wrote.
GHF vowed that it was still committed to the mission of delivering aid to Gazans even in the face of violent attacks. The organization later posted an image of grenade fragments left over from the attack, showing the weapons were packed with ball bearings. According to GHF, the grenades were found to be of Iranian origin and have been “commonly used by Hamas.”
GHF Executive Chairman Rev. Johnnie Moore blamed international media and organizations for legitimizing Hamas, stating their silence and cooperation enabled the violence. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee condemned the attack, declaring, “With Hamas, no good deed goes unpunished.”
The IDF said troops facilitated the safe evacuation of the injured veterans and condemned the continued targeting of humanitarian sites by Hamas. GHF reiterated its previous warnings that Hamas had placed bounties on the heads of its American and Palestinian workers. The group said it had delivered over 60 million meals since beginning operations in May. (BB/VFI News)
“Lord, protect the GHF workers who risk their lives to bring hope and sustenance to others. Guard the lives and hearts of those working in dangerous places and bring justice against Hamas, who seek to do evil. May Your light shine in the darkness and Your mercy cover Gaza and Israel alike.”
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