US to provide $100m for Palestinians in Gaza and West Bank: Biden

The United States is promising USD 100 million in humanitarian assistance to help Palestinian people who have been displaced or otherwise affected by conflict in Gaza and the West Bank.

President Joe Biden announced in a news release Wednesday that the assistance would be provided through trusted partners, including UN agencies and international NGOs.

Biden is in Tel Aviv to show support for Israel following the Hamas attacks more than a week ago that killed some 1,400 people. His announcement came after Israel agreed to allow limited aid into Gaza from Egypt.

“Civilians are not to blame and should not suffer for Hamas's horrific terrorism,” Biden said. “Civilian lives must be protected and assistance must urgently reach those in need.” (AP)