Overview

• President Trump publicly contradicted Prime Minister Netanyahu’s denial of child starvation in Gaza, citing images of emaciated children and promising new food centers.
• Vice President JD Vance called on Israel to ease aid restrictions and urged Hamas to stop diverting supplies so food can reach the neediest civilians.
• The US and Israel agreed to establish additional food distribution sites in Gaza but have offered no specifics on oversight, security protocols or delivery routes.
• Ceasefire negotiations remain stalled after the US withdrew last week, accusing Hamas of acting in bad faith, while limited humanitarian pauses have failed to stem growing shortages.
• Bipartisan pressure is mounting, with over 40 senators urging expanded aid corridors and some lawmakers threatening to reconsider support unless the humanitarian crisis is addressed.