Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized the urgency of achieving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas while highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. Harris urged Hamas to agree to an immediate six-week ceasefire and called on Israel to ramp up aid delivery to Gaza, labeling the conditions there a “humanitarian catastrophe.”
Addressing the ongoing conflict, Harris stressed the need for an immediate cessation of hostilities, pointing out the immense suffering endured by innocent civilians in Gaza. She emphasized the importance of both parties accepting the ceasefire deal on the table, asserting that further delays would exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.
The vice president condemned the dire conditions in Gaza, where hunger and deprivation are rampant, calling on Israel to increase the flow of aid without delay. Harris underscored the urgency of the situation, stating that no excuses should hinder the delivery of essential humanitarian assistance to those in need.
Harris also highlighted diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire, mentioning talks between Hamas and Egyptian mediators in Cairo. While acknowledging the challenges ahead, she expressed optimism about the potential for progress in reaching a resolution to the conflict.
In response to the crisis, the United States conducted its first aid airdrop into Gaza, with plans to continue humanitarian assistance efforts. Harris assured that the U.S. would explore alternative methods, including sea routes, to deliver aid effectively to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people.
