In a recent interview with Univision, US President Joe Biden condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s approach to the conflict with Hamas, labeling it as a “mistake” and calling for a ceasefire.
As Israel faces mounting pressure to prove it’s not impeding aid to Gaza, Biden’s remarks underscore a significant shift in tone from its staunch ally.
With mediators pushing for a truce and hostage release deal, Israel contends it’s complying with aid delivery demands, yet faces a Supreme Court deadline to demonstrate its efforts to increase humanitarian assistance.
NGOs accuse Israel of restricting relief items, while the UNRWA reports a significant denial of food delivery missions, exacerbating Gaza’s hunger crisis.
Amid accusations of using starvation as a method of war, Israel’s agency overseeing supplies into Gaza insists aid trucks continue to cross the border, albeit at a reduced rate compared to pre-war levels.
