The Biden administration has determined that Israel is not currently violating U.S. law by impeding humanitarian assistance to Gaza, despite acknowledging the dire humanitarian situation. U.S. State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel stated that Israel has made some progress in increasing aid flow, including reopening crossings and amending customs requirements, although international aid groups argue that Israel has not met U.S. demands for greater access. The administration had previously warned that failure to comply with these demands could result in a reduction of military aid to Israel. The 30-day deadline for Israel to improve conditions for humanitarian aid expired without a clear assessment of compliance, as the U.S. opted to evaluate Israel's efforts rather than the situation on the ground. Patel emphasized the need for sustained improvements, indicating that U.S. military aid is contingent on continued progress. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, with reports of famine conditions emerging in some areas.