Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel's ongoing military campaign in Gaza City will not disrupt the flow of humanitarian aid to the enclave, following coordination with the United States. At a press conference, Netanyahu emphasized that separating military operations from aid delivery is crucial to avoid international pressure and to ensure that aid reaches civilians rather than being seized by militant groups. He acknowledged that previous attempts to halt aid were ineffective and led to shortages, but denied that starvation was used as a tactic. Netanyahu stated that Israel is now increasing distribution points and secure routes for aid, aiming to prevent it from falling into the hands of militants. He concluded by asserting Israel's commitment to defeating militant groups while managing humanitarian concerns and responding to international criticism.

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