Humanitarian group calls Israel’s lifting of Gaza aid blockade ‘a smokescreen’

May 25, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT

By Chris Hayes

A segment from the May 21 episode of “All In with Chris Hayes” discussed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement to end Israel’s blockade on Gaza to prevent a hunger crisis. Despite this, food security experts warn of a high risk of famine among Gazans due to the prolonged blockade. Doctors Without Borders criticized Israel’s aid announcement as a cover-up. Netanyahu’s decision came after Israeli forces launched extensive ground operations in Gaza, resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties. Reports show that aid deliveries into Gaza are insufficient, with the United Nations confirming that more aid is urgently needed. Various countries, including Canada, France, and the United Kingdom, have condemned the blockade and threatened actions against Israel. However, the U.S. government has not publicly addressed the crisis, with reports suggesting President Trump’s administration is growing weary of the conflict and pressuring Israel to end the war. Despite concerns raised by some American politicians, the U.S. appears complicit in the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.