Israel will not participate in food distribution under a US-led plan for Gaza but will provide necessary military security, according to Ambassador Mike Huckabee. Despite Israel’s blockade of aid aimed at Hamas, Huckabee acknowledged a humanitarian crisis, urging the involvement of the UN and NGOs in the new initiative, which has drawn international criticism for sidelining existing organizations. Meanwhile, Palestinians in Gaza are facing dire food shortages, with many struggling to find basic essentials as humanitarian aid efforts falter.
