Trump's Peace Council criticizes Israel: 'The response to the crisis in Gaza is insufficient'

Trump's Peace Council sharply criticized Israel following the flooding in Gaza, calling for immediate approval of winter equipment entry. The council claimed that the delays exacerbated the crisis and delayed the disarmament of Hamas. Hamas reported that 70,000 tents were flooded.

The Peace Council of U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized the Israeli government following the severe flooding in the Gaza Strip, calling for immediate approval of humanitarian equipment entry ahead of winter. In an official statement, the council said that the flooding over the past two days damaged tens of thousands of tents and makeshift shelters, turning the situation into an 'immediate humanitarian emergency.' The council added that while it acknowledges the steps the Israeli government is considering, 'the response is still insufficient.' It further claimed that Israeli delays exacerbated the crisis and delayed the start of Hamas's disarmament. Alongside the criticism of Israel, the council demanded that Hamas lay down its arms. Hamas reported that about 70,000 tents were flooded within 12 hours, estimating initial direct damage at about $3 million. The Civil Defense in the Strip said it received 2,166 distress calls but was able to respond to only 218.