Broken Floating Pier to Gaza

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The $320 million floating pier to Gaza, announced by President Biden, has broken into pieces and will be dismantled for at least a week for repairs. Four U.S. Army vessels attached to the pier broke free due to a loss of power and high sea states. The pier will be hauled to Ashdod, repaired, and reinstalled. Three service members were injured during the pier mission. Over 1,000 metric tons of aid have been delivered to Gaza from the pier.

Key Points

  • President Biden announced the $320 million floating pier to Gaza
  • Four U.S. Army vessels attached to the pier broke free due to a loss of power and high sea states
  • Pier will be dismantled, hauled to Ashdod, repaired, and reinstalled
  • Over 1,000 metric tons of aid have been delivered to Gaza from the pier
  • Three service members were injured during the pier mission

Pros

  • Delivered over 1,000 metric tons of aid to Gaza
  • Proved valuable in delivering aid to the people of Gaza

Cons

  • Pier broke into pieces due to loss of power and high sea states
  • Three service members were injured during the mission