Biden unveils substantial aid package for Gaza in humanitarian effort.
Biden Announces $100 Million Aid Package for Gaza
During a trip to Israel to demonstrate unwavering support for the Jewish state after the horrific terror attacks by Hamas, President Joe Biden made a significant announcement. He revealed a $100 million aid package for the present and displaced residents of Gaza, as reported by The Hill.
Israel has agreed to allow the aid to be transported into Gaza from Egypt, with the condition that the shipments undergo inspections and that the aid solely benefits the residents, not Hamas.
In a statement released shortly after Biden’s remarks, the White House emphasized that the aid program funded by the U.S. would be administered by non-governmental organizations and the United Nations.
“President Biden announced today that the United States is providing $100 million in humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank,” stated the White House. “This funding will help support over a million displaced and conflict-affected people with clean water, food, hygiene support, medical care, and other essential needs. The United States provides humanitarian assistance through trusted partners including UN agencies and international NGOs.”
The statement also reiterated the Democratic talking point that Palestinian civilians should not be held accountable for Hamas’s actions.
“Civilians are not to blame and should not suffer for Hamas’s horrific terrorism,” the statement emphasized. “Civilian lives must be protected, and assistance must urgently reach those in need. We will continue to work closely with partners in the region to stress the importance of upholding the law of war, supporting those who are trying to get to safety or provide assistance, and facilitating access to food, water, medical care, and shelter.”
In 2006, the Palestinian people elected Hamas into effective legislative control of the Gaza Strip and West Bank. However, Biden made it clear that “Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people.”
“Hamas uses innocent families in Gaza as human shields, placing their command centers, weapons, and communication tunnels in residential areas,” Biden added.
Biden stated that the aid money would assist “over 1 million displaced and conflict-affected Palestinians,” including emergency needs in Gaza, as reported by The Hill.
Gaza has been facing critical shortages of food, medical supplies, and clean water due to Israel’s restrictions on supplies entering from Egypt, according to various sources.
Biden also seemed to confirm Israel’s statements that a recent hospital explosion in Gaza was caused by radical Muslim terrorists, not an Israeli airstrike as claimed by Hamas.
Furthermore, the U.S. has provided Israel with munitions, and there have been reports of U.S. military units being put on alert for possible deployment to the Middle East. Two aircraft carrier groups are already stationed in the area to deter potential attacks on Israel by regional actors such as Hezbollah and Iran.
“We will continue to deter any actor wanting to widen this conflict,” Biden declared in a post on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
Biden also expressed his intention to ask Congress for “unprecedented aid” to Israel in the near future, as reported by Reuters.
“We will not stand by and do nothing again,” Biden vowed, referring to the Nazi Holocaust. “Not today, not tomorrow, not ever.”
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What conditions did Israel place on the transportation and use of the aid package to Gaza, and why is it important to ensure that the assistance solely benefits the residents and not Hamas?
The recent trip of President Joe Biden to Israel was significant not only in demonstrating unwavering support for the Jewish state but also in announcing a $100 million aid package for the present and displaced residents of Gaza. This aid package comes in response to the horrific terror attacks by Hamas, as reported by The Hill.
Israel has agreed to allow the aid to be transported into Gaza from Egypt, with the condition that the shipments undergo inspections and that the aid solely benefits the residents and not Hamas. This underscores the importance of ensuring that the assistance reaches those in need without benefiting the terrorist organization.
In a statement released shortly after Biden’s remarks, the White House emphasized that the aid program funded by the U.S. would be administered by non-governmental organizations and the United Nations. This approach ensures transparency and accountability in the distribution of the humanitarian assistance.
The $100 million funding will help support over a million displaced and conflict-affected people in Gaza and the West Bank. It will provide them with clean water, food, hygiene support, medical care, and other essential needs. The United States is committed to providing humanitarian assistance through trusted partners, including UN agencies and international NGOs, to ensure that the aid reaches those who need it most.
The statement also reiterates the Democratic talking point that Palestinian civilians should not be held accountable for the actions of Hamas. It emphasizes that civilian lives must be protected and assistance must urgently reach those in need. The U.S. will continue working closely with partners in the region to stress the importance of upholding the law of war, supporting those trying to seek safety or provide assistance, and facilitating access to food, water, medical care, and shelter.
It is essential to note that in 2006, the Palestinian people elected Hamas into effective legislative control of the Gaza Strip and West Bank. However, President Biden made it clear that “Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people.” This distinction underscores the need to separate the actions of a terrorist organization from the general population.
Biden also highlighted the fact that Hamas uses innocent families in Gaza as human shields, placing their command centers, weapons, and communication tunnels in residential areas. This tactic not only puts innocent lives at risk but also makes it challenging to target and neutralize Hamas without causing harm to the civilian population.
The $100 million aid package announced by President Biden is a significant step in providing support to the residents of Gaza and addressing the humanitarian crisis caused by the recent conflict. By working through trusted partners, the U.S. aims to ensure that the assistance reaches those who need it most and is not misused by Hamas. This assistance will help alleviate the suffering of the affected people and provide them with the essential resources needed to rebuild their lives.
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