Israel Proposes Gaza Aid Distribution Tied to Biometric Facial Recognition

Israel has endorsed a new aid distribution framework in Gaza that places facial recognition technology at its center, triggering widespread alarm over privacy concerns. The system, still without external funding, would restrict food access to those who do not undergo biometric screening.

As outlined by journalist Daniel Estrin, Palestinians would be required to register at specific collection points and submit to facial scans before receiving food parcels. “Palestinians would be coming to these places, registered and screened through facial recognition technology. They’d pick up parcels for their family,” Estrin said.

Israeli officials frame the move as a way to prevent humanitarian supplies from being seized by Hamas.