Israel allows aid in after 11-week blockade but UN calls it ‘drop in ocean’

Israel permitted five UN lorries of humanitarian aid, including baby food, into Gaza after an 11-week blockade, though this is deemed insufficient for the 2.1 million people facing potential famine. Prime Minister Netanyahu attributed the temporary allowance to US Senate pressure, emphasizing the need to prevent starvation while pursuing military operations against Hamas. He plans to establish secured hubs for aid distribution, but the ongoing military actions reportedly resulted in at least 40 casualties on Monday alone.