U.S. Enhances Efforts to Support Gaza Amidst Crisis

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has been actively engaging with international leaders and NGOs to bolster humanitarian aid and ensure the protection of civilians in Gaza.

• Secretary Blinken discussed the humanitarian situation in Gaza with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid and the protection of civilian lives.
• Blinken also met with InterAction’s President and NGO leaders to increase humanitarian access and assistance for Palestinian civilians.
• In a meeting with UN Senior Humanitarian Coordinator Sigrid Kaag, Blinken stressed the importance of coordinating humanitarian assistance and long-term reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
• The U.S. calls for the immediate release of all hostages by Hamas and holds the Houthis accountable for attacks on vessels in the Red Sea.
• Secretary Blinken expressed full confidence in Coordinator Kaag and strong support for her mandate to assist Gaza.

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