Concerns Raised Over Israel's Suspension of Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Israel has announced a halt to all humanitarian assistance entering Gaza, according to reports from Reuters. This decision is part of a strategy aimed at exerting pressure on Hamas. Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has described the situation as deeply serious and highly concerning. He emphasized that there is an obligation under international law to ensure that civilians have access to essential aid. Eide noted that Israeli military operations have resulted in significant destruction, exacerbating an already critical humanitarian situation that has persisted for an extended period, as he stated in an interview with NRK.