Hamas Accuses U.S. of Complicity in Palestinian Starvation
In a recent statement, the Islamic Resistance Movement, known as Hamas, has accused U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President Joe Biden of complicity in what they term a 'genocide' against the Palestinian people. This accusation follows a report by the American investigative journalism website ProPublica, which detailed how the U.S. administration allegedly concealed the reality of starvation faced by Palestinians in Gaza. Hamas claims that the U.S. government's actions, or lack thereof, have contributed to the suffering of many, including a six-year-old child who is currently malnourished and living in a tent in Khan Yunis.
Hamas has called for an investigation into Blinken's actions, asserting that they have led to the deaths of thousands of Gazans due to direct violence and starvation tactics. The group calls upon international judicial bodies, particularly the International Criminal Court, to hold Blinken accountable for what they describe as his role in the deliberate starvation of the Palestinian people. This comes in light of a report indicating that U.S. law mandates the cessation of arms shipments to nations that obstruct humanitarian aid, a claim that Hamas argues has been ignored by the Biden administration.
- The ProPublica report highlighted that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the State Department's Office of Refugees had previously informed Blinken and other officials about Israel's obstruction of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Despite this, Blinken publicly denied these claims during a speech to Congress, asserting that Israel was not hindering the transfer of U.S. humanitarian assistance. The implications of these allegations are significant, as they raise questions about U.S. foreign policy and its impact on humanitarian efforts in conflict zones. The ongoing crisis in Gaza, exacerbated by military actions and blockades, has led to severe shortages of food, medical supplies, and basic necessities, prompting international calls for action and accountability.
