Israel Faces US Deadline to Improve Gaza Aid Access
The US demands Israel open new crossings and increase aid deliveries to avert potential military aid restrictions.
- US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin acknowledged Israel's progress in allowing aid into Gaza but stressed more efforts are needed.
- A letter from US officials set a deadline of November 13 for Israel to enhance humanitarian conditions in Gaza or risk losing military aid.
- Israel plans to open a new crossing at Kissufim to facilitate increased aid flow into the Gaza Strip.
- The US urged Israel to allow at least 350 aid trucks daily and to implement pauses in fighting for aid delivery.
- Secretary of State Antony Blinken aims to use his remaining term to push for resolutions to conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.