Logistical and strategic challenges of international humanitarian aid distribution in conflict zones: focus on Mali and Gaza
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- This thesis explores how and when humanitarian logistics can adapt to extreme challenges in conflict zones, focusing on the cases of Gaza (2023-2025) and Mali (2012-2015). Drawing from case studies, institutional reports and interviews with field professionals, we examine how aid delivery is shaped by political barriers, security risks, coordination breakdowns and access constraints. We highlight the importance of local networks, ethical decision-making and flexibility under pressure. Our analysis reveals that logistics in crisis settings is not just technical but is deeply human, requiring judgment, trust and improvisation. We propose a shift away from rigid systems and volume-based metrics toward more adaptive, people-centered approaches. While our findings are context-specific, they aim to inspire reflection and offer practical suggestions for more resilient and ethical humanitarian logistics.