In response to escalating international criticism and humanitarian concerns, the Israeli military has implemented a limited pause in fighting in Gaza's populated areas. This tactical move aims to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid and alleviate famine conditions amid ongoing conflict and failed ceasefire negotiations with Hamas.

The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza, as concerns over surging hunger in the territory mount.

The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day, part of a series of steps launched as concerns over surging hunger in the territory mount and as Israel faces a wave of international criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war.

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Mencer accused Hamas of preventing the distribution of aid and seizing supplies for its own benefit or to sell at inflated prices. “Aid has been flowing into Gaza,” he said, but blamed the United Nations and its partners for failing to retrieve cleared truckloads of essential goods sitting on the Gaza side of the border.

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