The United Nations has warned that the situation in Gaza has reached crisis levels as Israel continues its military campaign in the Palestinian enclave. Despite the growing threats to aid delivery and humanitarian workers in Gaza, the United States, a critical ally of Israel, has remained conspicuously silent on the issue.
Advocates are calling on the US government to speak out against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where childhood malnutrition is on the rise and cases of polio have reemerged. The UN has paused aid operations in Gaza following evacuation orders from Israel and attacks on humanitarian vehicles.
Legal experts warn that blocking humanitarian aid and attacking aid workers could amount to war crimes under the Geneva Convention. The situation in Gaza is dire, with a spike in malnutrition among children and the spread of polio putting lives at risk.
Despite calls for a ceasefire to allow for humanitarian aid access, the Biden administration has focused on diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. Critics argue that the US should leverage its military aid to Israel to ensure the free flow of aid into Gaza and hold Israel accountable for obstructing humanitarian efforts.
Advocates are concerned that the Biden administration’s silence on the issue reflects its continued support for Israel, even in the face of violations against aid workers and civilians. The recent appointment of a pro-weapon transfers official in the State Department’s Middle East office further highlights the administration’s stance on the conflict in Gaza.
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