US Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged at a Senate committee hearing that humanitarian assistance into Gaza is inadequate despite recent efforts to allow aid after a blockade. Rubio credited US engagement for Israel permitting a limited number of aid trucks into Gaza, where over 2.1 million residents are in urgent need. He stressed support for Israel's security measures against Hamas. Meanwhile, leaders from the UK, France, and Canada condemned Israel's military actions and signaled potential sanctions if the humanitarian blockade persists.
Marco Rubio suggested that US engagement led Israel to allow limited humanitarian aid into Gaza, acknowledging that the assistance is significantly insufficient for its 2.1 million inhabitants.
Rubio affirmed, 'We're supportive [of Israel]. We understand why for their security Hamas cannot exist,' highlighting the balancing act of US foreign policy.
The U.K., France, and Canada expressed horror over Israel's military actions, threatening sanctions if the blockade on humanitarian aid and military aggression continues.
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