White House: Northern Gaza aid truck disaster underscores need for airdrops

The White House's announcement comes a day after the disaster in northern Gaza, where 100 Palestinians were killed while attempting to receive humanitarian assistance from aid trucks.

US national security spokesperson John Kirby speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, US, March 1, 2024.

US national security spokesperson John Kirby speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, US, March 1, 2024.

(photo credit: REUTERS/ELIZABETH FRANTZ)

ByHANNAH SARISOHN

MARCH 1, 2024 22:41