Israel has barred 37 nonprofit organisations from operating in Gaza and the West Bank after the implementation of new regulatory guidelines, according to Israeli authorities. The decision affects a mix of local and international organisations and follows updated compliance requirements introduced by Israel’s defence and security establishment.
Israeli officials said the new guidelines are aimed at preventing the diversion of humanitarian aid and ensuring that nonprofit activities are not exploited by militant groups.
Authorities said organisations were required to meet stricter transparency and oversight standards, including detailed reporting on funding sources, personnel and project implementation.
officials added that the barred organisations failed to comply with the updated requirements or raised security concerns during vetting processes. Humanitarian groups have expressed concern that the decision could further complicate aid delivery in Gaza and the West Bank, particularly amid ongoing humanitarian challenges. Israeli officials said humanitarian assistance would continue through approved channels and organisations that meet the new standards.
The move comes amid heightened scrutiny of aid operations following allegations in recent years that some humanitarian resources were misused by armed groups. Israel said the guidelines are part of broader efforts to balance humanitarian access with national security considerations. The affected organisations have not yet publicly responded to the decision, and it remains unclear whether appeals or reviews will be permitted.