Humanitarian Aid Delivered to Gaza Amid Tactical Pause by Israeli Military
Humanitarian aid trucks crossed from Egypt into the Gaza Strip on Sunday, following inspections by Israeli authorities. The move coincided with a declared “tactical pause” in military operations by Israel, aimed at facilitating the distribution of essential supplies, reports 24brussels.
According to Egyptian officials and confirmed by EFE News Agency, the trucks transported substantial quantities of food, flour, and critical infrastructure materials, reflecting Egypt’s continuous efforts to mitigate the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Live coverage from Egyptian state channels, Al Qahera News and ExtraNews, showcased the trucks departing Egyptian territory.
Over the past four days, 458 aid trucks entered through the Kerem Shalom crossing, delivering various food and medical supplies, including infant formula and flour, as noted by Al Qahera News. These goods had previously been stored in a logistical area in Rafah, near the Gaza border, with strict regulations ensuring their safety for consumption.
Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its commitment to continuous efforts to cease hostilities, facilitate aid deliveries via Rafah, and spearhead reconstruction initiatives, which receive support from Arab nations. While Rafah remains operational on the Egyptian side, access is impeded by Israeli forces controlling the Palestinian side.
As malnutrition-related fatalities in Gaza sharply increase, the Israeli military announced a provisional daily “tactical pause” spanning ten hours in three regions of the enclave, allowing humanitarian aid deliveries “every day until further notice.”
During these periods, from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. local time, “safe routes” will be established to assist United Nations personnel and aid organizations in delivering food and medical supplies to the populace. This announcement follows Israeli air drops of humanitarian aid in acknowledgement of the growing famine crisis. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, malnutrition has resulted in the deaths of 127 individuals, including 85 children, since the onset of the military offensive on October 7, 2023.
