As Gaza’s humanitarian crisis grows, some women say they're being exploited by local men promising food, money, or other aid in exchange for sexual interactions. Six women detailed their experiences to The Associated Press, each speaking on condition of anonymity for fear of retribution from their families or the men. The women said some of the men were associated with aid groups or approached them during aid registration. They described some solicitation as blatant, with men asking to touch or have sex with them. Other times, they said it was culturally coded, with marriage or meetings suggested. Psychologists report similar accounts from patients. Six human rights and relief organizations said they're aware of reports of men associated with aid groups soliciting sex.
