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humanitarian-aid1 year ago

"Aid Ship En Route to Gaza Amid Israel-Hamas Food Crisis"

A ship carrying nearly 200 tons of food has departed from Cyprus to deliver aid to the Gaza Strip, marking the first shipment via a new maritime route. The mission is led by World Central Kitchen and is part of a larger effort to address the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. The aid delivery comes amid concerns of famine and malnutrition in the region, with the United Nations and humanitarian organizations warning of the dire situation. The maritime corridor, announced by the United States and allies, aims to route aid through Cyprus for inspection by Israel before reaching Gaza. Efforts to bring aid into Gaza by land and air have faced challenges, including restrictions and deadly incidents, highlighting the urgency of addressing the crisis.

via The Washington Post|
#aid-delivery#gaza#humanitarian-aid
international-affairs1 year ago

"US Troops Deploy to Construct Offshore Port for Gaza Aid Delivery"

The US military plans to construct a floating pier and causeway off the coast of Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid, which could take up to two months and involve 1,000 troops. Frustration is growing at Israel's reluctance to address the humanitarian crisis, prompting the Biden administration to take extraordinary measures. The initiative aims to augment a maritime corridor for aid delivery, with the US military leading the construction and Qatar investing $60 million into the project. Discussions about opening the maritime corridor have intensified as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with the US pushing for increased aid access.

via CNN|
#gaza#humanitarian-aid#international-affairs
international-relations1 year ago

"Escalating Tensions: Israel-Hamas Conflict Update"

The United States, Europe, and the United Arab Emirates have announced plans for a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, with a pilot aid delivery operation set to begin soon. President Biden also unveiled a plan to build a temporary pier on Gaza’s coast to scale up aid shipments. The Israeli government welcomed the initiative, while a senior UN official cautioned that humanitarian supplies via air or sea are not a substitute for aid arriving on land. Biden emphasized the importance of humanitarian assistance and called the war "gut-wrenching" for Israelis, Palestinians, and many Americans, pledging to bring everyone home.

via The Washington Post|
#gaza-strip#humanitarian-aid#international-relations
international-relations1 year ago

"International Allies Establish Maritime Corridor for Humanitarian Aid to Gaza"

The European Commission, Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States have announced plans to open a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza, with Cyprus leading the Amalthea Initiative to securely ship aid from Cyprus to Gaza via sea. The United States will lead an emergency mission to establish a temporary pier in Gaza, in coordination with humanitarian partners and other countries, to enable the delivery of significant quantities of assistance by sea. The initiative aims to supplement land and air routes, including from Egypt and Jordan, and to work with Israel to expand deliveries by land while ensuring the protection of civilian lives.

via The White House|
#cyprus#gaza#humanitarian-assistance
international-relations2 years ago

Macron Urges Ceasefire and Increased Aid for Gaza

French President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Israeli plans for safe zones in southern Gaza, stating that a political agreement is necessary for their effectiveness. At a humanitarian conference in Paris, Macron called for a humanitarian ceasefire and support for a maritime corridor from Cyprus to southern Gaza. The conference also discussed proposals for humanitarian aid drops and field hospitals in Gaza. Israel declined the invitation to the conference, but the Palestinian prime minister attended and criticized the Israeli plan. The head of the UN humanitarian agency OCHA warned that the conflict could escalate further and proposed increasing aid to Gaza. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen backed the call for a maritime humanitarian corridor, while the Greek prime minister offered naval assets.

via The Guardian|
#emmanuel-macron#gaza#humanitarian-ceasefire
international-relations2 years ago

"Paris Conference Addresses Gaza Aid and Humanitarian Concerns"

Delegations from over 80 countries and organizations are gathering in France for a conference on providing aid to civilians in Gaza amid Israel's bombardment. Proposals include establishing a humanitarian maritime corridor and floating field hospitals. The conference aims to address the growing needs of the besieged Palestinian enclave, including food, water, health supplies, electricity, and fuel. Financial support and other ways to assist Gaza's civilians will also be discussed. Israeli authorities will not participate in the conference.

via Al Jazeera English|
#gaza#humanitarian-aid#international-relations