Switzerland Initiates Dissolution of US-Backed Gaza Aid Group Geneva Branch

Swiss authorities have initiated proceedings to dissolve the Geneva branch of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.- and Israeli-backed aid group, citing multiple legal deficiencies including the lack of a Swiss address, board members, and a bank account. The GHF, registered in Delaware, began distributing food packages in Gaza in late May under a system criticized by the United Nations for violating humanitarian neutrality and linked to the deaths of over 500 Palestinians near its distribution hubs. Despite delivering over 52 million meals during its operation, the GHF confirmed it never conducted activities in Switzerland and plans to dissolve its Geneva entity. The Swiss Federal Supervisory Authority for Foundations (ESA) warned that if no creditors come forward within 30 days, it may order formal dissolution. Israeli military forces have acknowledged civilian casualties near GHF distribution centers and have reportedly revised their operational instructions. Meanwhile, more than 170 NGOs have called for an end to the GHF aid scheme, advocating for a return to United Nations-led coordination of humanitarian aid in Gaza.