Arrr, mateys! In the battle betwixt Israel and Hamas, the US be seekin' to send more treasure to Gaza via Egypt. But beware, Israel, ye've been warned!
2023-11-28
Arr matey! The United States be aimin' to boost the booty o' food, medical supplies, an' fuel sailin' into Gaza, through the land o' Egypt. 'Tis a grand plan, 'tis! 'Twill bring relief to them poor Palestinians, sailin' the rough seas o' war.
The United States is ramping up its humanitarian assistance to Gaza, with relief flights carrying food, fuel, and medical supplies set to begin this week. The U.S. military will also be sending supplies to help Palestinians survive the winter conditions to North Sinai and Egypt. Talks are underway with the Israeli government to allow even more aid to reach the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza, many of whom are facing unsustainable living conditions. The aid is not linked to the release of hostages, as Hamas has released 58 hostages, including 40 Israelis, while Israel has released around 150 Palestinian prisoners.The U.S. is urging caution to Israel in its continued operations in Gaza, emphasizing the need to avoid further displacement of Palestinians. The densely packed southern Gaza is at risk of becoming overwhelmed if the displacement seen in the north continues. This could exacerbate the already dire humanitarian crisis in the region.
The Israeli government, which previously did not allow any aid into Gaza, has now changed its policy. Since the allowance of aid, the U.S. and the United Nations have been sending 240 trucks of aid per day, including critical fuel supplies. Negotiations are underway to increase the volume of aid and provide commercial goods to Gaza.
President Biden expressed gratitude to Middle Eastern leaders for facilitating the extension of the current cease-fire, which allowed for increased humanitarian assistance. He emphasized the U.S.'s commitment to being the largest funder of humanitarian aid for the Palestinian people and pledged continued efforts to build a future of peace and dignity for them. Biden also thanked Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel, Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar, and President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt for their commitment to the peace process and securing the release of all hostages held by Hamas terrorists.