In the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict, self-proclaimed human rights groups often fail to denounce acts of violence against Israelis. Some even minimize or incite terrorism. Worse yet, some NGOs have alleged ties to terrorist organizations.
In response to the recent wave of terror, government officials, repeating claims made by highly politicized NGOs, have accused Israel of using "excessive force" when responding to attacks against Israeli civilians, criminalizing Israels right to defend itself.
NGOs with stated human rights agendas, who are generally extremely vocal regarding the Arab-Israeli conflict, have avoided condemning the recent terrorist attacks against Israeli citizens, instead focusing only on the Israeli response to such attacks.
The information provided by IRW regarding its internal investigation is insufficient. NGO Monitor recommends that an independent, transparent, and comprehensive audit of IRWs international activities and funding mechanisms be undertaken immediately.
While some NGOs have condemned the recent series of attacks, others have either remained silent, blamed Israel, or have attempted to create an artificial balance and moral equivalence between terrorists and their victims.
The alleged channeling of funds from Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) to Hamas demonstrates the need for an immediate, comprehensive, and transparent review by IRWs European donors and supporters.
Many NGOs that claim a human rights mandate have remained silent regarding the recent kidnappings and murders, while most NGOs that have released statements have created an artificial balance by also criticizing Israel and/or blaming Israel.
Gisha has speculated that the cement for the tunnel came exclusively from Egypt and denied that Hamas would steal from international organizations.
Since 2008, BTselem has issued over 20 press releases about attacks targeting Israeli civilians. Frequently, BTselems statements labeled them immoral, inhuman, and illegal or undermining all rules of morality and law.
While al-Suwaidan presents himself as a moderate, he has alleged ties to Hamas, espouses antisemitic views, and supports terrorist attacks against Israel.
NGO Monitor's report on the omissions in NGO statements regarding Khader Adnan, the Palestinian prisoner on a hunger strike.
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