Integrated Security Plan for US and Israeli Forces
The protection of US forces participating is a top priority. Navy Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, a deputy commander at the US military’s Central Command, stated that in the last several weeks, the United States and Israel have developed an integrated security plan to protect all personnel.
Security Measures
According to a statement from the military’s Central Command, US troops anchored the pier at 7:40 a.m. local time on Thursday. Israeli forces will handle security on the shore, while two US Navy warships, the USS Arleigh Burke and the USS Paul Ignatius, are stationed nearby in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. These destroyers are equipped with various weapons to protect American troops and allies on the beach.
Current Situation in Gaza
Aid agencies have reported critical shortages in southern Gaza, with almost no food and low fuel supplies. This situation is expected to impact hospitals, leading to a halt in critical operations and hindering aid deliveries. The United Nations and other agencies have raised concerns about the potential disruption of humanitarian efforts due to an Israeli attack on Rafah near the main aid entry points on the Egypt border.
