In a significant move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel will allow a limited amount of basic food aid to enter Gaza. This decision comes as international agencies report severe food insecurity, with nearly 93% of the population facing crisis-level conditions.
The aid is set to begin immediately under the management of international organizations already present in the region. Although a new distribution mechanism via a U.S. company has been discussed, it has not yet been implemented.
The announcement, made during a cabinet meeting, follows military recommendations aimed at continuing the current operation while ensuring the aid does not fall into the hands of militants. This precaution is intended to safeguard the ongoing military efforts, known as the Gideon’s Chariots operation.
The decision has sparked internal debate, with key figures in Netanyahu's far-right coalition, such as National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, voicing strong opposition and even threatening to resign if aid delivery resumes. Despite these tensions, the focus remains on addressing the urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza.
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