Conflict between Israel and Palestinians and other groups in the Middle East
Sweden resumes funding to UN agency aiding Palestinians after other countries halted support in response to Israeli allegations. Humanitarian aid is being airdropped and delivered by sea to Gaza due to the desperate situation after five months of war. US and Jordanian military planes airdropped food supplies, but residents are calling for better methods of aid delivery. President Biden criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for his approach to the war against Hamas, expressing concern for innocent lives lost. Efforts for a cease-fire before Ramadan have stalled, with Hamas and Israel still at odds.
Key Points
- Resumption of funding from Sweden, EU, and Canada to UN agency aiding Palestinians
- Humanitarian aid being airdropped and delivered by sea to Gaza due to the desperate situation after five months of war
- President Biden criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for his approach to the war against Hamas
- Efforts for a cease-fire before Ramadan have stalled
Pros
- Resumption of funding from Sweden, EU, and Canada to UNRWA for humanitarian aid in Gaza
- Increased awareness and international support for the dire situation in Gaza after five months of war
Cons
- Israeli allegations leading to suspension of funding to UNRWA
- Difficulties in aid delivery methods, with concerns over airdropped supplies falling into the sea