US Military Ship Heading to Gaza Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

The US military ship, General Frank S Besson, is sailing towards the Middle East to construct a temporary pier off Gaza’s coast to facilitate aid delivery. President Joe Biden’s announcement prompted the deployment, addressing the urgent humanitarian situation in Gaza. The UN warns of an impending famine, emphasizing the critical need for aid. Challenges in land and air deliveries led to the decision, with the US ship departing within 36 hours of Biden’s statement. Meanwhile, an aid ship with 200 tonnes of food is awaiting departure from Cyprus, and the EU announced a new sea route for aid delivery.