On November 29, 2024, the Canadian Liberal government announced a significant pledge of $50 million in humanitarian assistance aimed at supporting Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

This funding is intended to provide critical support, including medical aid, food, water, and protection services, particularly addressing the severe food insecurity in northern Gaza.

Concerns have been raised regarding the decreasing aid deliveries to Gaza, with data indicating that fewer aid truckloads entered the region in October and November compared to previous months since the onset of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Additionally, Hussen has requested an investigation into the destruction of the Canada Well, a significant water facility in Gaza, with assurances from Israel that results will be forthcoming.

Despite the humanitarian crisis, the Israeli government disputes claims of famine in Gaza, asserting that projections from global monitors are biased and inconsistent with actual conditions.

Earlier in 2024, Canada temporarily suspended funding to UNRWA following Israeli allegations of militant infiltration, although no evidence was provided to support these claims.

International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen emphasized the looming risk of famine in Gaza, highlighting the rising death tolls and widespread destruction of infrastructure.

Israel has faced criticism for the limited humanitarian aid allowed into Gaza since the conflict began, with reports suggesting that only a small fraction of the necessary aid is being permitted.

Recently, the Israeli government enacted legislation to cease cooperation with the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), claiming it has been compromised by Hamas, a claim that UNRWA denies.

Hussen expressed concern over Israel's severing of ties with UNRWA, which plays a crucial role in humanitarian efforts for Palestinians.

The dire humanitarian situation was underscored by a tragic incident on the same day as the funding announcement, where two children and a woman died in a stampede for bread amid ongoing food shortages.