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Gaza Strikes and Humanitarian Crisis
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza amidst reports of insufficient humanitarian aid; UN says Israel blocked most aid convoys to northern Gaza.
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Joe BidenStephane Dujarric
- When did the Israel-Hamas war begin, and what triggered it?
- The Israel-Hamas war began on October 7, 2023, when Palestinian militants attacked Israel, killing civilians and taking hostages. Israel's subsequent military response in Gaza has resulted in over 43,000 deaths, according to Palestinian officials.
- What did the UN report regarding aid access to northern Gaza?
- The UN reported that 85% of its aid convoy requests to northern Gaza were denied or impeded last month. Teams assessing the needs in Gaza City found families in dire conditions, sheltering in damaged structures with limited access to resources.
- What was the reported death toll from recent Israeli strikes in Gaza?
- Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 14 Palestinians, including children and a woman, according to medical officials. These deaths occurred as eight international aid groups reported that Israel failed to meet U.S. demands for increased humanitarian access to Gaza.
- What did the Israeli military report about aid delivery to northern Gaza?
- The Israeli military stated it delivered food and water to northern Gaza, meeting a U.S.-imposed deadline. However, aid groups and the UN report that Israel significantly impeded or denied aid access to northern Gaza.
- What ultimatum did the Biden administration give Israel regarding aid to Gaza?
- The Biden administration urged Israel to increase aid to Gaza, setting a 30-day deadline. Failure to comply could result in reduced U.S. military support for Israel, according to warnings from the administration.