Israel Announced a New Invasion of Gaza. Is It Bluffing?
New York TimesMAY 19
Gunfire Reported in Rafah as US-Backed Aid Center Breached
Above: Displaced Palestinians receive food packages from a U.S.-backed foundation pledging to distribute humanitarian aid in western Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on May 27, 2025. Image copyright: Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The return to war will not save the hostages. Furthermore, Israel's aid distribution plans are already proving to be ineffective and problematic. Allowing in a token amount of aid will not significantly improve the humanitarian situation. Indeed, both sides need to make concessions so that the ceasefire can be fully implemented and the hostages are returned.
Pro-Israel narrative
Instead of celebrating the fact that Gazans can now access food without being preyed upon by Hamas, the U.N. and other international agencies are spreading alarmist reports regarding the GHF's work. The GHF is delivering hundreds of thousands of meals while operating in an incredibly difficult environment. The incident on Tuesday was unfortunate, but, ultimately, it was only a small hiccup in a successful operation.
Pro-Palestine narrative
It is quite clear given the statements made by Israeli officials that the decision to allow a small amount of aid into Gaza is a cynical ploy to continue the genocide while preventing international intervention. Indeed, the GHF is an Israeli plot to selectively starve Palestinians and force their displacement. Trump, just like Biden, has lied about the war and has fully supported Israel as it continues its genocidal policies.