The United States is closely monitoring Israel's escalating actions in Gaza, expressing concern over the deteriorating situation. The conflict, ignited by a brutal massacre orchestrated by Hamas and other terrorist groups, has resulted in a considerable loss of civilian lives and displacements. Reports suggest the Israeli ground offensive in Gaza's southern region may persist for several weeks.
As per senior US government officials, Israel may shift to a more targeted approach starting January, focusing primarily on Hamas terrorists and leaders. The White House apprehensively watches how the Israeli operations will unfold in the coming weeks. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken underscores the necessity of protecting civilians in the Gaza Strip, with incidents in the northern coastal region causing widespread worry.
Concurrently, the US advocates for amplified humanitarian aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller disparages the insufficient aid distribution, highlighting the urgent need for more fuel, food, and water. The UN confirms that only about 100 trucks of aid daily reach Gaza - less than during the ceasefire period last week.
Meanwhile, Israel's military has intensified attacks on the sealed-off Gaza Strip, encircling Khan Junis, its largest city in the strip's south. The Israeli ground offensive has forced more than half a million people to seek sanctuary in the southern part of the coastal region. The conflict has ignited international concern, with worldwide condemnation of the current ground offensive.
President Donald Trump earlier floated a plan to assume control of Gaza following a conflict with Hamas, aiming to resettle Palestinians in safer communities. However, the Biden administration has not explicitly endorsed this strategy, and the logistical and financial requirements for such a venture remain unclear.
Instead, the Biden administration has focused significantly on humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza, encouraging improved humanitarian aid access. UNICEF has been actively supplying humanitarian aid to Gaza, addressing the critical needs of children and families. Nevertheless, Israeli government demands have not been fully met, perpetuating ongoing concern.
International reactions to the Trump proposal have been disparate, with the Egyptian foreign ministry cautioning against catastrophic consequences and the UN Secretary-General warning against ethnic cleansing. The plan is perceived as jeopardizing many of the new US administration's foreign policy objectives in the Middle East.
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