US Envoy to Discuss Finalizing Gaza Aid 'Corridor'
The United States is sending an envoy to the Middle East for talks aimed at finalizing a humanitarian aid corridor for Gaza, where authorities report people are dying from starvation.
The United States has announced plans to send its envoy, Steve Witkoff, to the Middle East for negotiations focused on establishing a 'corridor' for aid to flow into Gaza.
This move comes amid concerns over severe humanitarian conditions in the region, where starvation-related deaths have been reported.
State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce highlighted Witkoff's mission, stating that he is tasked with working towards another ceasefire and ensuring the establishment of a corridor for aid, both of which have been agreed upon by all relevant parties.
Details regarding his itinerary and specific initiatives remain scarce; however, it is noted that Witkoff will be engaging in discussions across Gaza.
This development comes amid criticism and concerns surrounding the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an initiative supported by Israel and the United States, which has seen Israeli forces reportedly killing over 1,000 Palestinians attempting to access aid since its inception in late May. The UN has corroborated these accounts, emphasizing the escalating crisis.
This move comes amid concerns over severe humanitarian conditions in the region, where starvation-related deaths have been reported.
State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce highlighted Witkoff's mission, stating that he is tasked with working towards another ceasefire and ensuring the establishment of a corridor for aid, both of which have been agreed upon by all relevant parties.
Details regarding his itinerary and specific initiatives remain scarce; however, it is noted that Witkoff will be engaging in discussions across Gaza.
This development comes amid criticism and concerns surrounding the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an initiative supported by Israel and the United States, which has seen Israeli forces reportedly killing over 1,000 Palestinians attempting to access aid since its inception in late May. The UN has corroborated these accounts, emphasizing the escalating crisis.
