Lawlessness in Gaza has hindered the distribution of aid, as gangs routinely attack convoys and steal deliveries, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. The situation has been worsened by Israeli restrictions on aid entering Gaza and the ban on UNRWA, the main provider of aid to the territory. The Israeli government has considered hiring private contractors to distribute relief, but doubts remain about the feasibility and effectiveness of this plan. International humanitarian law requires Israel to ensure the provision of food and medical supplies to the population, but there are concerns that Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war.