Facing international pressure and concerns of a humanitarian crisis, Israel will permit a limited amount of food into Gaza. This follows the launch of intensified ground operations and amidst indirect talks with Hamas in Qatar, mediated by US envoy Steve Witkoff, aiming for a deal to potentially end the fighting and address the hostage situation. While Israel claims the blockade since March aimed to pressure Hamas, the UN has warned of severe shortages of essentials. The US and France have urged Israel to allow full humanitarian aid access.
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