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## First Maritime Humanitarian Aid Shipment to Gaza Unloaded

By Ian Casey & Lipika Pelham\
BBC News

**Published Date:** 15 March 2024\
**Last Updated:** Updated 7 minutes ago


The first maritime humanitarian aid shipment to Gaza has been unloaded on to the shore. The US charity World Central Kitchen, in co-operation with the United Arab Emirates, brought 200 tonnes of food desperately needed for Gaza, on the brink of famine, according to the UN.

Aid agencies have accused Israel of obstructing aid deliveries, a claim Israeli officials strongly deny, stating that aid is allowed through two crossings in the south, and any failures are on the part of aid agencies.

The Gaza Strip has suffered greatly during Israeli military operations following attacks by Hamas gunmen in southern Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages. The Hamas-run health ministry reports over 31,400 deaths in Gaza since then.

The aid, brought by the Spanish charity ship Open Arms, consists of essential food items, including beans, carrots, tuna, chickpeas, corn, rice, flour, oil, salt, and dates, which hold significance during Ramadan. The aid was inspected by Israeli officials in Cyprus before reaching Gaza.

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Teams are working to distribute the aid in Gaza, but challenges remain due to logistical obstacles faced by aid agencies. With the success of this sea delivery, other aid ships are expected to follow suit, utilizing a newly opened sea route for direct access to Gaza.

The US plans to establish a floating dock to increase sea deliveries, aiming to send millions of meals daily to Gaza. However, logistical questions persist as military ships bring equipment for the construction of the dock. Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza continue, while the situation on the ground remains tense, with ongoing military actions and displacement of civilians.

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