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The U.N. says humanitarian aid, including food parcels and bags of flour, have made

their way into Gaza.

NPR's Aibatrowi says that's despite ongoing Israeli airstrikes and armed gangs,

continuing to loot shipments from Israel.

The UN World Food Program says 70 trucks were waiting last night to transfer aid along an

Israeli-controlled route in Gaza used twice before successfully, when Israeli airstrikes hit nearby.

The WFP says those killed were civilians and local security personnel

expected to help ensure a secure environment for the convoy. Palestinians say of those killed,

12 were Hamas-affiliated security personnel there to secure the route. Israel's military says

it targeted Hamas militants who it says says, planned to hijack the trucks.

It says the strikes were to ensure the safe delivery of aid to civilians.

The WFP, however, says the trucks were completely looted after the airstrikes.

Ayabotrawi, Empire News.

Palestinian medical officials say dozens of people in Gaza have been killed or wounded by Israeli airstrikes

this week. The ongoing war in Ukraine and the ouster of Syria's president are expected to be the

main issues today when President Biden speaks with G7 leaders. Biden's National Security Council

spokesman John Kirby says the talks will be held virtually. The White House says there's no evidence.

Recent drone sightings over New Jersey involve any threats to national security or public safety.

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