Israel begins daily pause in fighting in 3 Gaza areas to allow ‘minimal’ aid as hunger grows

The Israeli military on Sunday began limited pauses in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day, part of measures including airdrops as concerns grow over surging hunger and as Israel faces criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war.

The military said the “tactical pause” in Gaza City, Deir al-Balah and Muwasi, all with large populations, would increase humanitarian aid entering the territory. The 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. pause is daily until further notice.