The White House welcomed Israel's decision to open new entry points for aid entering Gaza on Thursday, saying the move came “at the president's request following the call with Prime Minister Netanyahu.”
The White House also reiterated that US policy on Gaza could change based on Israel's “immediate” actions.
“These measures, including a commitment to open the port of Ashdod for direct delivery of assistance to Gaza, open the Erez crossing for a new assistance route to reach northern Gaza, and significantly increase deliveries from Jordan directly to Gaza, they must now be implemented fully and quickly,” National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson said in a statement.
Watson reiterated that US policy “will be determined by our assessment of Israel’s immediate action on these and other measures, including measures to protect innocent civilians and the safety of humanitarian workers.”
“We are prepared to work in full coordination with the Government of Israel, the Governments of Jordan and Egypt, the United Nations and humanitarian organizations, to ensure that these important measures are implemented and result in a significant increase in humanitarian assistance reaching civilians in dire need across Gaza in the coming days and weeks,” she wrote.
Source: CNN Brasil
Bruce Belcher is a seasoned author with over 5 years of experience in world news. He writes for online news websites and provides in-depth analysis on the world stock market. Bruce is known for his insightful perspectives and commitment to keeping the public informed.
