Aid in the Midst of Conflict: A Struggle for Survival in Gaza

The Israeli military struggles to deliver aid amid ongoing conflict in northern Gaza, facing a U.S. deadline to increase assistance or risk military aid reduction. As international pressure mounts over the humanitarian crisis, ongoing military actions complicate resolution efforts and strain Israel-U.S. relations.

As conflict rages in northern Gaza, the Israeli military has distributed crucial food supplies to isolated regions, striving to meet a U.S. deadline for enhanced aid. The humanitarian conditions remain dire, with at least 37 Palestinian deaths reported overnight from military strikes.

The complex geopolitical climate is further intensified by the imminent leadership change in the U.S., as outgoing President Biden's support for Israel is challenged by increasing casualties in Gaza. More than 43,500 Palestinian deaths have occurred in the past year, bringing international attention to the crisis.

Despite efforts to improve aid delivery, international groups condemn the situation as inadequate. As Israel navigates mounting pressure and potential policy shifts with the expected return of Donald Trump, prospects for halting hostilities remain bleak.

(With inputs from agencies.)