Israel's Blockade of Aid to Gaza

SOURCE www.npr.org
Israel has agreed to allow a basic quantity of food into Gaza after a three-month blockade, facing pressure from European countries and U.S. senators. Sen. Peter Welch is sponsoring a resolution to end the blockade, as 14,000 babies are at risk of death in the next 48 hours without aid.

Key Points

  • 14,000 babies in Gaza are at risk of death in the next 48 hours without aid.
  • The blockade by the Netanyahu government has caused severe suffering and starvation in Gaza.
  • Sen. Peter Welch is urging the U.S. to pressure Israel to fully end the blockade.
  • The blockade is a violation of international law and condemned by Sen. Peter Welch.

Pros

  • Pressure from European countries and U.S. senators led to Israel allowing a basic quantity of food into Gaza.
  • Sen. Peter Welch is sponsoring a resolution to end the blockade and get aid to the people in need.

Cons

  • Israel's allowance of only a basic quantity of aid is deemed insufficient by Sen. Peter Welch.
  • Israel's blockade has led to catastrophic consequences, with children dying of starvation.