The Biden Administration is reportedly allowing a Hamas-linked contractor to participate in the construction of a floating port off the coast of Gaza for humanitarian aid, funded by Qatar. The project could enrich Hamas and raise security concerns.
Key Points
Biden Administration allowing a Hamas-linked contractor to participate in the construction of a floating port off the coast of Gaza
Qatar is financing the project with conditions that benefit Hamas
Israel opposed the project but was ignored by the Americans
USAID, run by Samantha Power, is overseeing the project
Pros
Assisting in the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza
Cons
Enriching Hamas through the involvement of a Hamas-linked contractor
Raising security concerns with IDF troops protecting a Hamas asset