Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon defended his country’s record on allowing aid in to Gaza after a torrent of criticism. The UN has long complained of obstacles to getting aid into Gaza and distributing it during the conflict, Al Jazeera reports.

“Israel imposes no restrictions on humanitarian aid. In fact, 82 percent of all requests for humanitarian coordination have been approved and implemented.” He accused Hamas of diverting aid from those in Gaza who need it.

Britain’s UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward told the UN Security Council that Israel “must do much more” to avoid civilian casualties and ensure the UN and aid groups can operate safely and effectively in Gaza.

“Delivery of humanitarian assistance is being hindered, and humanitarian workers are constantly under threat,” French UN Ambassador Nicolas de Riviere noted.