IDF Launches it's First Humanitarian Airdrop Over Gaza Amid Famine Accusations

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Saturday night the beginning of what it called “a series of actions to improve the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip,” amid growing international pressure and worsening reports of famine conditions in the enclave.

Under the direction of Israel’s political leadership, the Israeli Air Force conducted its first-ever airdrop of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. According to the IDF, seven aid packages containing flour, sugar, and canned food—supplied by international organizations—were parachuted into Gaza.

While several nations have carried out airdrops over recent months, this marks the first instance of Israeli forces participating directly in air-based aid delivery.

Humanitarian Corridors and Ceasefires Introduced

In addition to the airdrop, the IDF announced the opening of new humanitarian corridors to facilitate the safe passage of UN and aid organization convoys, delivering food, medicine, and essential supplies to the civilian population.

As part of this initiative, humanitarian truces are expected to begin today (Sunday), with northern Gaza identified as a key area of focus. The IDF stated that the truce in the north would begin at 10:00 a.m., allowing aid agencies to operate more freely.

Despite these measures, the IDF stressed that combat operations against Hamas would continue, emphasizing: “There is no cessation of fighting. We will continue to fight in the Gaza Strip to return all the kidnapped and defeat the Hamas terrorist organization above and below ground.”

Water Infrastructure Boosted

The military also confirmed the activation of the "Kela" electricity line to support operations at Gaza’s southern desalination plant. The plant is expected to significantly increase its water production—from 2,000 cubic meters per day to 20,000, serving up to 900,000 residents.

This step was coordinated by the IDF in partnership with the Israeli Electric Company, under orders from the Israeli government.

IDF Rejects Famine Claims as “Hamas Disinformation”

The IDF reiterated its stance that reports of mass starvation in Gaza are being manipulated by Hamas, stating:
“The IDF emphasizes that there is no starvation in Gaza. This is a false campaign by the Hamas terrorist organization.”

The military added that responsibility for food distribution lies with the UN and international organizations, urging them to improve logistics and prevent aid from falling into Hamas’s hands.

Aid Flow Continues, But Bottlenecks Persist

According to the IDF, over 250 aid trucks were unloaded in Gaza over the past week, with hundreds more awaiting pickup at border crossings. Around 600 trucks that had been scattered across the Strip have now been collected by aid agencies, though many more remain uncollected. The military pledged ongoing coordination with humanitarian actors to retrieve and distribute the aid effectively.

UAE Vows Continued Assistance

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed issued a statement on social platform X, declaring the humanitarian crisis in Gaza “unprecedented.” He affirmed the UAE’s commitment to land, air, and sea aid deliveries, adding: “We will return to parachuting immediately. We are committed to alleviating suffering and providing support.”

International Attention Grows 

A report by The Washington Post, citing White House officials, revealed that U.S. President Donald Trump has been closely monitoring the humanitarian situation. A source claimed Trump was moved by recent images from Gaza, stating: “Trump has seen the pictures and he doesn’t like them.”

The report links the president’s concern to his recent directive instructing special envoy Steve Witkoff to devise a “creative solution,” which ultimately led to the formation of the GHF Humanitarian Relief Fund.

 Conditions Continue to Deteriorate

Despite ongoing aid efforts, the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry reported five additional deaths due to malnutrition in the last 24 hours, raising the total to 127, including 85 children.

Meanwhile, CNN published a comprehensive report quoting Gaza-based doctors describing severe medical and nutritional shortages as famine-like conditions continue to take hold.