Under intense international scrutiny, Israel has expedited the flow of aid into Gaza this month, but humanitarian groups say that more is needed as severe hunger grips the enclave, particularly in the devastated north.
Israel’s efforts — which include opening new aid routes — have been acknowledged in the last week by the Biden administration and international aid officials.
More aid trucks appear to be reaching Gaza, especially the north, where experts have warned for weeks that famine is imminent.
The increased levels of aid are a good sign, but it is too early to say that looming famine is no longer a risk, said Arif Husain, the chief economist at the United Nations World Food Program.
“If we can do this, then we can ease the pain, we can avert famine.”
Persons:
Biden, Arif Husain, ” Mr, Husain, ”
Organizations:
United Nations, Food
Locations:
Israel, Gaza