Trump Calls Gaza Starvation 'Real,' Urges More Aid

President Donald Trump publicly contradicted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s denial of starvation in Gaza, describing the crisis as 'real' and pledging to expand U.S. food aid efforts. Speaking in Scotland with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump said he was moved by images of starving children and announced plans for food centers in Gaza with UK and EU support. The United Nations and aid agencies report that severe malnutrition and famine-like conditions now affect a third of Gaza's population, despite Israel's recent limited aid deliveries and daily pauses in fighting. Trump’s remarks signal a shift from his prior reluctance to pressure Israel, as he now calls for urgent humanitarian intervention and commits to pressing Israel to ensure aid access. Humanitarian organizations have criticized current aid mechanisms and documented harm to civilians near distribution points. International criticism of Israel’s blockade and the growing crisis continues to intensify.