Trump calls for Israel to end war amid humanitarian crisis in Gaza

On July 28, 2025, in Scotland, United States President Donald Trump addressed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza during a press encounter with British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Trump expressed deep concern over the well-being of children in Gaza, stating that they appeared 'very hungry.' He remarked on his communications with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suggesting a necessary change in approach to conclude the conflict. In light of the temporary halts in Israeli military operations, designed to enhance aid delivery, the UN aid chief Tom Fletcher indicated that the upcoming days are vital for the Palestinian people. Despite Trump's acknowledgment of the dire situation, contentious debates surround the humanitarian aid reaching Gaza. Two prominent Israeli rights groups have claimed genocide is being committed against the Palestinians by Israel, marking an unprecedented accusation from local organizations amidst more than 22 months of conflict, which has left the region in turmoil. While Trump noted the significant money and food aid from the US and other countries, the effectiveness of aid delivery in addressing the immediate needs of Gazans has been called into question. Accompanying Trump, Sir Keir Starmer highlighted international concern over the humanitarian crisis, stating that the visual reports from Gaza have led to a wave of revulsion within Britain. The World Food Programme underscored that the volume of aid delivered, such as the sixty trucks sent into Gaza, falls drastically short of the region's needs. As perspectives diverge between political leaders, humanitarian organizations, and critical voices in Israel, the complexity of the situation remains exacerbated by claims that aid may be misappropriated by Hamas, a contention that has faced skepticism. Furthermore, Netanyahu, while addressing a Christian conference, denied accusations of starvation in Gaza, affirming that Israel has facilitated sufficient aid in line with international laws. Nevertheless, the sentiments expressed by Trump and Starmer have amplified calls for a more concrete and protective stance for those affected in Gaza. The culmination of these events points toward an urgent need for effective international collaboration to alleviate suffering and initiate a path toward peace.