Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel intends to take complete control of the Gaza Strip while cautiously resuming limited aid deliveries to the region. He acknowledged that photos of starvation could jeopardize U.S. support, marking a notable admission of the impending humanitarian crisis, which residents fear may worsen. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing Israeli military actions and a blockade of humanitarian supplies. The UN has been engaged in discussions with Israel regarding aid resumption under the harsh conditions faced by civilians in Gaza.
In a video posted on social media, Netanyahu stated, 'we cannot reach a point of starvation, for practical and diplomatic reasons.' He noted that hunger in Gaza was nearing crisis, despite global warnings.
Netanyahu emphasized that U.S. support could wane if the situation in Gaza deteriorates further, stating, 'they cannot handle pictures of mass starvation.'
Palestinians in Gaza express concerns that the promised limited aid will not suffice to alleviate their severe humanitarian situation, amid ongoing violence and blockade.
The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs confirmed that discussions with Israeli authorities are ongoing about resuming limited aid delivery under challenging conditions.
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