On May 15, 2025, the United Nations announced its decision not to participate in the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) operation. The UN cited concerns that the plan does not align with its principles of impartiality, neutrality, and independence. The GHF is expected to begin operations in Gaza by the end of May.
Israel has pledged to facilitate the US-backed effort but will not be involved in aid deliveries. Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon stated that Israel will not fund or directly manage the operation. The GHF has requested Israel to expand secure aid distribution sites throughout Gaza within 30 days.
The GHF aims to provide aid through a plan endorsed by Israel and supported by private American firms. This initiative seeks to bypass the Iran-backed terrorist organization Hamas. The Israeli government has largely frozen aid deliveries, citing repeated diversion of aid by Hamas.