“Entry to these compounds will be prohibited except for residents who live in the neighborhood, who will receive permission through biometric identification.”
Israel is considering a controversial plan to use mercenaries from American companies to establish a controlled “gated community” in Gaza, where Palestinians would need biometric screenings to access humanitarian aid.
The plan, proposed by Israeli-American businessman Mordechai “Moti” Kahana, aims to create humanitarian bubbles in Gaza, with entrance restricted to residents through biometric identification, according to reports. The plan has sparked outrage and concern, as it proposes deploying private security forces, including former elite fighters, in the region.
Challenging Times Ahead
The proposal, which has reportedly received approval from the Biden administration, faces hurdles in gaining official authorization from both the US and Israeli governments. The firm behind the plan, Global Delivery Company (GDC), envisions a complex network of secured zones in Gaza, funded by international donations and American government support.
As tensions continue to rise in Gaza, with ongoing bombardment causing a severe humanitarian crisis, this plan adds another layer of complexity to the already volatile situation in the region.