Israel eases restrictions on aid to Gaza following global opposition to the humanitarian crisis

Facing mounting international condemnation over reports of starvation and a worsening humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, Israel has announced daily 'tactical pauses' in military operations in select areas to allow more humanitarian aid to enter the enclave. The Israeli military is facilitating limited aid convoys and resuming airdrops, while also permitting foreign countries like Jordan and the UAE to deliver supplies by air. Despite these measures, aid organizations and the United Nations warn that the assistance reaching Gaza remains far below what is needed to address widespread hunger and malnutrition, with deaths from starvation continuing to rise. Israeli officials deny there is a policy of starvation, but critics argue the steps are insufficient and driven by political pressure rather than a coherent strategy. The situation remains dire, with millions of Palestinians at risk and the international community calling for a more substantial and sustained response.