A video released by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) appears to show suspected operatives of Hamas attacking a humanitarian‑aid truck in northern Khan Younis, Gaza, and fleeing with its contents. On November 1, 2025, Marco Rubio sharply criticized Hamas, calling the group “the impediment” to relief efforts.
The drone footage shows the truck driver being pulled from the vehicle and the cargo seized by armed men, according to the report. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, and the truck was delivering humanitarian supplies to civilians in Gaza. Rubio’s remarks underscore the U.S. concern that militant activity is directly disrupting aid flows into the region.
Rubio stated that while humanitarian relief is entering Gaza, groups like Hamas are actively undermining delivery efforts by intercepting supplies meant for civilians. He argued such actions contribute to prolonging the suffering of non‑combatants by diverting or disrupting relief. The Secretary of State echoed similar concerns in broader diplomatic channels.
The broader context: Gaza remains a war‑torn territory with limited entry points for aid convoys, and any interference with trucks or cargo can have large consequences for basic supply chains. The U.S. military’s decision to release the video signals a shift toward more transparent deterrence of hostile actions against humanitarian missions.
Humanitarian organisations have long warned about looting, trucking diversions, and security breakdowns in the region that threaten to turn aid into currency for armed groups rather than relief for civilians. This episode lends credence to those warnings by providing visual confirmation of suspected armed theft in action.
For U.S. policymakers, Rubio’s remarks may intensify pressure for stricter oversight of aid delivery routes, linking humanitarian assistance security to broader strategic goals of stabilising the region. On the ground, relief agencies will need to reassess delivery safeguards, routing, and accountability in Gaza.
