Israel Increases Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Amid EU Pressure

Israel has decided to significantly increase humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip in the coming days, as part of recent discussions with the European Union. This decision, confirmed by both Israeli and EU officials, comes at a time when the need for food and essential supplies in Gaza has reached critical levels due to ongoing conflict and displacement.

The European Union has been advocating for improved access to aid for Palestinians in Gaza, where escalating hunger and suffering have become alarming. Following an 80-day blockade, a new aid distribution system, supported by Israel and the United States, started functioning in late May, but it has struggled to meet the overwhelming needs of the population. Reports of violence and chaos have also hampered distribution efforts.

Kaja Kallas, the leading EU diplomat, announced the agreement during an interview with Bloomberg Television in Kuala Lumpur, highlighting specific terms regarding the number of aid trucks permitted entry and the establishment of distribution points for essential supplies. This move mirrors a persistent push from the EU to enhance humanitarian conditions in the region and provide relief to those most severely impacted by the war. The European Commission further elaborated on this initiative during a Thursday news conference in Brussels, providing critical assurance that efforts are underway to alleviate the dire situation in Gaza.