Terrorists Without Borders: Israeli Government Investigation Exposes MSF Links to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad

Jan 5, 2026 by Susan Rosenbluth

Jerusalem (January 5, 2026) – The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism today released the findings of a comprehensive investigation documenting direct and systemic ties between the international humanitarian organization Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders, MSF) and designated terrorist organizations, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

The facts speak for themselves:

In June 2024, the IDF eliminated Fadi al-Wadiya in the Al-Rimal Al-Shamali neighborhood – a military operative of Palestinian Islamic Jihad and a unique expert in the terror organization’s weapons production infrastructure. He was concurrently employed by MSF as a “humanitarian activist,” ostensibly serving as a physiotherapist.
In September 2024, the IDF eliminated Hamdi Abd al-Aziz al-Shalfouh in Gaza, who was later identified as a senior Hamas terrorist serving as a fighter and sniper operative in the Jabalia Battalion. Concurrently with his terrorist activity, he was employed by MSF.

These are just two examples of the deep involvement of MSF personnel in terrorist organizations operating in Gaza. It seems that MSF should change its name to “Terrorists Without Borders.”

Contrary to claims made by MSF and its supporters, humanitarian assistance in Gaza does not depend on the organization’s presence. Aid continues to flow through legitimate and transparent channels operated by organizations that adhere to international humanitarian law and do not cooperate with terrorist groups.

The measures align with Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, which prioritizes dismantling Hamas’ military and governing capabilities. Allowing organizations with documented links to terrorist activity to operate under humanitarian cover directly undermines these objectives and prolongs the conflict.

According to the Ministry’s report, MSF repeatedly operated in coordination with individuals and entities linked to terrorist groups, providing them with legitimacy, protection, and international credibility under the guise of humanitarian activity. The investigation is based on open-source materials, public statements, documented operational partnerships, and established patterns of conduct.

The findings indicate that MSF did not merely fail to maintain neutrality but actively enabled terrorist-affiliated actors through cooperation with Hamas-linked operatives, dissemination of their narratives, and the amplification of what the Ministry describes as false allegations – including claims of “genocide” and fabricated war crimes – that form part of a broader disinformation campaign against Israel.

The report further demonstrates how MSF’s humanitarian branding has been exploited to shield terror infrastructure, launder extremist narratives, and obscure the embedding of terrorist activity within civilian environments, undermining Israel’s right to defend its citizens.

“The investigation exposes a troubling pattern of an international NGO that abandoned neutrality and became part of a coordinated propaganda and influence operation serving Hamas and allied extremist actors,” said Amichai Chikli, Minister of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism. “This is not humanitarian work. It is the weaponization of humanitarian credibility in the service of terror.”

The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism will continue to publish verified findings, expose disinformation networks, and hold accountable those who abuse the language of human rights to legitimize violence.