Israel’s blockade and military offensive have made it nearly impossible to safely deliver aid, contributing to the territory’s slide toward famine nearly 22 months into the war with Hamas.

Israeli authorities on Sunday said 23,000 tons of aid have reached the civilian population in Gaza by land in the last seven days. At least "1,200 trucks were successfully collected by the UN and international organizations" in Gaza,

The local pause in fighting came days after ceasefire efforts between Israel and Hamas appeared to be in doubt.