An internal analysis by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) has found no evidence of systematic or widespread theft of US-funded humanitarian aid by Hamas in Gaza. This finding contradicts longstanding allegations by Israel and some US officials that Hamas has been diverting or stealing large quantities of aid. The report acknowledges some incidents of lost or stolen aid, but attributes many of these to other factors, including actions by civilians and the Israeli military. The State Department disputes the findings but has not provided concrete evidence to support claims of Hamas looting. The controversy highlights the complexity of aid distribution in Gaza and the competing narratives over responsibility for the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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