GAZA – DT Peduli has reaffirmed its humanitarian commitment by distributing vital aid through its Hotmeals program to civilians in the Gaza Strip, Palestine, on Sunday (July 13, 2025) and Monday (July 14, 2025).
A total of 3,775 portions of freshly cooked meals were successfully delivered to 3,775 individuals in the Deir Al Balah region. This aid operation was made possible through the collaboration of on-ground volunteers and the steadfast support of donors across Indonesia.
“Every single meal we distribute is a direct expression of compassion and a trust from our donors. We understand how dire food access is in Gaza right now, and this Hotmeals program is one of our efforts to ensure our brothers and sisters do not go hungry amid a very real threat,” said F. Arif, International Program Officer of DT Peduli, on Tuesday (July 22, 2025).
The situation in Gaza has reached alarming levels. According to the latest report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), all regions of Gaza are currently categorized in the Emergency Phase (IPC Phase 4), where the entire population faces acute food insecurity. Hundreds of thousands are believed to be in Catastrophic Phase (IPC Phase 5) — the most severe level of food crisis.
DT Peduli’s distribution efforts come at a time when global attention is increasing regarding the controversial role of certain aid initiatives, such as the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), backed by the U.S. and Israel.
Reports have surfaced of attacks by military forces under the GHF umbrella, resulting in the deaths of over 1,021 civilians and injuries to more than 6,511 near GHF aid distribution points. Hundreds of civilians were reportedly killed while trying to access aid, further complicating the already urgent need for independent humanitarian organizations like DT Peduli to ensure the safe and direct delivery of aid.
Arif emphasized that the widespread hunger has drawn international concern and raised allegations of hunger being used as a weapon of war.
“This could be classified as a crime against humanity,” he stressed.
The Hotmeals program is part of DT Peduli’s social-humanitarian pillar, which consistently works to ease the suffering of people living amid prolonged crises.
DT Peduli remains committed to continuing its humanitarian initiatives in Palestine and other conflict-affected regions, aiming to be a lasting bridge of compassion for those in need — while advocating for unrestricted humanitarian access and an end to deliberate food deprivation.
Writer: FA
Editor: Agus ID