Independent Calls Gaza Starvation 'Desperate Bid' For Food
When Palestinians in Gaza encircle an aid truck, the Independent describes it as a 'desperate bid,' neglecting to mention this desperation is a direct result of Israel's long-standing blockade, intensified since October 7th. The article reports 'approximately 400 trucks from Egypt... undergoing Israeli inspection,' but fails to highlight that pre-October 7th, 500 trucks entered Gaza daily, barely
sustaining its population of 2.3 million. UN agencies have called the current aid levels a 'trickle' leading to famine conditions. One might wonder why a population is left so starving they must 'scramble to climb on board' trucks (as the Independent puts it). This isn't just scarcity; it's a strategically weaponized famine, a war crime under international law, and a direct consequence of policies
applauded by many who receive significant donations from AIPAC. For example, Senator Cory Booker, who received $105,739 from pro-Israel PACs and individuals in 2023-2024 (OpenSecrets.org), consistently votes for aid packages to Israel that enable this blockade, while simultaneously lamenting 'humanitarian suffering.'