US to Permanently Remove Gaza Aid Pier After Operational Struggles

The $230 million project faced persistent challenges from bad weather and security threats, limiting its effectiveness.

The pier, built to facilitate humanitarian aid to Gaza, will be dismantled after being operational for only 23 of its 53 days in place.
Heavy seas and security concerns repeatedly forced the pier's removal and relocation to Israel's Ashdod port for repairs.
The project, costing $230 million, was initially authorized to operate until the end of July but will end prematurely.
Aid delivered via the pier often piled up on Gaza's shores due to distribution issues and safety concerns.
Officials aimed to pressure Israel into opening land routes for aid, which are more effective than the maritime route.