Trump Announces Major Humanitarian Aid Flow Into Gaza After Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump has announced that significant humanitarian aid shipments have begun reaching the Gaza Strip following the establishment of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Speaking at an international summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Trump described the aid flow as a critical development in addressing the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory.

"Humanitarian aid is now pouring in, including hundreds of truckloads of food, medical equipment and other supplies," Trump told assembled world leaders at the Egyptian resort city. The American president noted that much of the assistance was funded by summit participants and reported that civilians have started returning to their homes while released hostages reunite with families. Trump characterized the situation as "a new and beautiful day" while acknowledging that reconstruction represents the next major challenge.

The US president outlined specific conditions for Gaza's rebuilding, emphasizing that "reconstruction requires that it be demilitarized and that a new honest civilian police force be created to create safe conditions for the people in Gaza." This security framework forms part of the broader peace agreement that includes prisoner exchanges and eventual Israeli military withdrawal from the territory. Trump expressed appreciation for Arab and Muslim nations that contributed to the diplomatic breakthrough.

The humanitarian corridor opening follows Monday's prisoner exchange that saw hundreds of Palestinian detainees released from Israeli prisons in return for all remaining living Israeli hostages held in Gaza. Trump also addressed ongoing efforts to locate the remains of hostages who died in captivity, indicating coordinated search operations with Israeli authorities. The aid mobilization represents a crucial step toward recovery for Gaza's population following extensive military operations that caused widespread destruction and casualties since October 2023.