Israel resumes token aid airdrops while continuing land blockade of aid into Gaza

Amidst a severe crisis in Gaza, the Israeli military has announced the reopening of "humanitarian corridors" for UN convoys and the resumption of aid airdrops. This action follows months of Israeli restrictions that have drastically limited essential supplies, leading to famine. The airdrops, while coordinated with international aid organizations, are criticized as insufficient compared to consistent land deliveries. In addition, Israel plans to support a Gaza water desalination plant by connecting it to Israeli electricity, despite having damaged much of Gaza's infrastructure. Aid groups urge a complete lifting of the blockade, emphasizing that these limited measures are inadequate to address the widespread famine and disease.