US President Donald Trump expressed frustration over the lack of appreciation for American humanitarian assistance to Gaza. During a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland on Sunday (July 27), Trump said, “We gave $60 million two weeks ago—and nobody even acknowledged it.” He added that people often questioned why the US took such actions alone but stressed that “I believed it was a humanitarian necessity.”
Trump Talks About Israeli Hostages and Iran
During the same meeting, Trump also brought up the issue of Israeli hostages being held in Gaza. He revealed that “the bodies of several captives had been found” and said, “A lot of families want the remains of their loved ones. Israel has to make a decision.”
Turning his attention to Iran’s nuclear program, Trump sharply criticised the regime. He called Iran “very nasty” and expressed concern over its continuing uranium enrichment. “They’re talking about continuing uranium enrichment — but we’re not going to let that happen,” he said, firmly opposing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Netanyahu Accuses UN of Spreading False Information
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to growing criticism about aid restrictions in Gaza. In a video shared on X, Netanyahu said, “To achieve our objectives—eliminating Hamas and securing the release of our hostages—we are advancing both through combat and negotiations.”
He insisted that Israel was not blocking humanitarian support and had already taken steps to allow aid in. “Throughout this, we have allowed essential humanitarian aid to enter. Yet the UN continues to spread lies and make excuses,” he declared, accusing the international body of distorting the facts.
Israel Implements Daily Humanitarian Pauses
To support aid delivery, Israel has introduced daily 10-hour breaks in military operations. These pauses are being observed in specific areas, including Al-Mawasi, central Deir al-Balah, and parts of Gaza City, between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Humanitarian convoys are permitted to operate from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
On the first day of this plan, more than 100 aid trucks entered Gaza. Additional help came through airdrops from Jordan and the UAE.
Starvation Deaths Continue Despite Relief
Despite the aid efforts, the situation remains dire on the ground. At least 17 people died while waiting in line for food, according to reports. The number of deaths related to hunger has reportedly crossed 130, highlighting the severity of the humanitarian crisis.
