The term **"Israeli-backed"** is frequently used to describe organizations, groups, or initiatives that receive significant support—financial, political, or logistical—from the Israeli government. However, it does not refer to a single, unified organization, but rather a broad category encompassing various entities with ties to Israeli policies and interests. This summary will focus on a prominent recent example, the **Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)**, as a case study of an "Israeli-backed" organization, while also contextualizing the broader landscape of Israeli-backed initiatives. ## What Does the Organization Do? The **Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)** was established in February 2025 with backing from the Israeli and American governments, aiming to distribute humanitarian aid in Gaza amid a severe famine and blockade[1]. Its creation was a direct response to allegations by Israeli authorities that traditional aid channels, particularly those run by the United Nations, were vulnerable to diversion by Hamas. The GHF sought to bypass these established routes, positioning itself as an alternative conduit for delivering food and supplies to Palestinians in Gaza[1]. ## History and Key Achievements The GHF began operations in May 2025, marking a significant shift in the humanitarian landscape of Gaza[1]. Its formation was controversial from the outset, with critics—including UN agencies—arguing that claims of aid diversion were exaggerated and that the real aim was to undermine international aid organizations[1]. Despite these controversies, the GHF succeeded in setting up distribution sites and, for a brief period, became a focal point for aid delivery in Gaza. ## Current Status The GHF’s operations have been marred by violence. According to the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), nearly 1,000 of the 1,760 Palestinians killed while seeking food since May 2025 died in the vicinity of GHF distribution sites[1]. These incidents have been widely attributed to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), though