Overview

• Israel has allowed 20 aid trucks carrying food to enter Gaza for the first time in nearly three months, following warnings of a looming famine.
• Prime Minister Netanyahu cited growing international criticism, including from U.S. allies, as a key factor in the decision to ease the blockade.
• The Israeli military has intensified its ground and air campaign, warning Khan Younis residents to evacuate ahead of an 'unprecedented attack.'
• Netanyahu reiterated Israel's objective to take full control of Gaza, destroy Hamas' infrastructure, and secure the release of 58 remaining hostages.
• Aid groups have rejected Israel’s new U.S.-backed distribution mechanism, arguing it will not effectively reach Gaza's most vulnerable populations.