The United Nations’ humanitarian coordinator has accused Hamas of violently disrupting humanitarian aid operations in Gaza, saying the terrorist group has attacked aid workers, interfered with relief efforts, and seized humanitarian supplies.

In a statement, U.N. Humanitarian Coordinator Ramiz Alakbarov said the incidents are part of an escalating pattern of intimidation, violence, and disruption that includes attacks on humanitarian operations, smuggling attempts, and abuse of aid workers. He warned that the actions endanger relief personnel, delay the delivery of life-saving assistance, and further restrict humanitarian organizations from operating in Gaza.

According to the U.N., Hamas terrorists recently stormed a food distribution site in Jabaliya in northern Gaza, entered a World Food Programme warehouse, and assaulted two truck drivers transporting humanitarian aid.

Hamas rejected the allegations, calling them “baseless” and claiming its security forces are responsible for protecting aid shipments and distribution centers.

Israel’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) said the U.N.’s statement further demonstrates that Hamas is exploiting humanitarian aid intended for Gaza’s civilian population for its own purposes.

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