U.S. Pressures Israel Over Insufficient Gaza Aid Amid Humanitarian Crisis
The Biden administration warns of potential military aid suspension if Israel fails to meet humanitarian demands by mid-November.
- Israel has not met the U.S. demand to allow 350 aid trucks daily into Gaza, with only 71 trucks entering on average by the end of October.
- The Biden administration's ultimatum includes a threat to suspend military assistance if Israel does not improve aid distribution by November 13.
- Israeli lawmakers have voted to dismantle the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, raising concerns about aid delivery capabilities.
- Humanitarian organizations warn of potential famine in northern Gaza due to ongoing military operations and restricted aid access.
- Despite U.S. pressure, skepticism remains about Israel's willingness to significantly enhance humanitarian efforts in Gaza.