Trump ‘troubled’ and ‘disturbed’ by images of children starving in Gaza, says WH official

Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza - Palestinian health authorities report 60,000 deaths in the conflict since October 7th, 2023 [2] - A major humanitarian crisis with famine-like conditions is designated in the Gaza Strip, with some areas experiencing famine conditions [2][3] - International organizations and human rights groups are designating Israel's actions in Gaza as tantamount to genocide [5] - Infants are so malnourished they cannot absorb formula, requiring special fluids, and there is a lack of IV fluids and anesthesia for operations [26] Aid and International Response - Israel has slightly opened aid access to Gaza, allowing airdrops and truck shipments after months of blockade [1] - The US is considering a new aid plan with potential food centers, signaling a shift in tone and language regarding the humanitarian crisis [7] - The State Department acknowledges that current humanitarian assistance is insufficient [17] - The joint Israeli-American venture, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, was only distributing food in 4 locations in the south, guarded by the IDF, violating international law, in contrast to the UN's 400 sites across Gaza [20][21] - The UK is joining France in announcing recognition of a Palestinian state, though its practical impact is limited by the lack of a reformed Palestinian Authority [22] US-Israel Relations - President Trump broke with Prime Minister Netanyahu, stating he saw evidence of starvation in Gaza [6][19] - President Trump has backed off previous suggestions of the US taking over Gaza, now focusing on the possibility of relocating Palestinians who wish to leave [13] - The US is calling on Israel to do more to end the suffering in Gaza, but Prime Minister Netanyahu has historically resisted US pressure [9][12]