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Sixth Round of U.S. Aerial Aid to Gaza; CENTCOM: Thousands of Meals Delivered to Civilians

Feb 4, 2026 February 4, 2026 2 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

The U.S. and Jordan have conducted a sixth round of aerial aid to Gaza, delivering thousands of meals and other supplies to civilians. This ongoing humanitarian effort aims to alleviate the suffering of Gaza's residents amidst the ongoing conflict. The establishment of a maritime corridor for aid delivery has also been welcomed by Israel.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The U.S. and Jordan's ongoing humanitarian aid to Gaza underscores the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the international community's response.

👥 Key Players

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) MENTIONED
Military command responsible for U.S. operations in the Middle East
"CENTCOM's actions reflect U.S. foreign policy and military strategy in the region, which can influence Iran's regional ambitions."
Royal Jordanian Forces MENTIONED
Military forces of Jordan collaborating with the U.S.
"Jordan's involvement highlights its strategic role in regional stability and humanitarian efforts, affecting its relations with both the U.S. and neighboring countries."
Israeli Foreign Ministry MENTIONED
Government body representing Israel's foreign affairs
"Israel's stance on humanitarian aid corridors can impact its relations with both the U.S. and Palestinian groups, influencing regional dynamics."
Joe Biden MENTIONED
President of the United States
"Biden's decisions on humanitarian aid reflect U.S. priorities in the Middle East and its approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict."

📰 What Happened

The U.S. and Jordan conducted a sixth round of aerial aid deliveries to civilians in Gaza, providing thousands of meals and supplies. This effort is part of ongoing humanitarian assistance amidst the conflict in the region.

  • 11,500 meals and other supplies were delivered in the latest operation.
  • The U.S. is establishing a maritime corridor for humanitarian aid to Gaza.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran may view U.S. humanitarian efforts as a way to strengthen its influence in the region by contrasting its own support for Palestinian groups against U.S. actions.
🌍 Regional: The aid efforts could affect regional alliances and tensions, particularly between Israel, Jordan, and Palestinian factions.
🌐 International: Internationally, these actions may influence perceptions of U.S. commitment to humanitarian issues and its role in the Middle East peace process.

📚 Background

The Gaza Strip has been under significant humanitarian strain due to ongoing conflict, prompting international aid efforts. The U.S. has been actively involved in providing assistance to alleviate civilian suffering.

Israeli-Palestinian conflict U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The article presents factual information from official military sources, which may reflect a government perspective but aims to report on humanitarian efforts.

The United States Central Command, CENTCOM, and the Royal Jordanian Forces once again conducted aerial aid to civilians residing in the densely populated Gaza Strip on Sunday. During this joint and combined operation, 11,500 meals and other items including rice, flour, pasta, and canned food were delivered to residents in northern Gaza by C-130 aircraft from both countries. According to CENTCOM's statement, this action was taken by the U.S. Department of Defense and its partners to alleviate the suffering and pain of Gaza's residents, and planning for this 'ongoing effort' is underway. Meanwhile, CENTCOM also reported that on Saturday afternoon, in an operation involving C-130 aircraft and specialized army soldiers, 41,400 meals and 23,000 bottles of drinking water were delivered to residents in northern Gaza. The United States had also delivered tens of thousands of meals to war-affected civilians in Gaza through aerial means in previous days, specifically on Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, in cooperation with the Kingdom of Jordan. CENTCOM also announced on Saturday that the U.S. Army ship General Frank Besson departed from the Langley-Eustis joint base heading to the Eastern Mediterranean; an operation ordered by Joe Biden to construct a pier aimed at humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza via sea. Additionally, Britain, the European Union, and the United Arab Emirates will join the U.S. in opening this maritime route for delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Israeli Foreign Ministry has stated that it welcomes the establishment of a maritime corridor for transferring humanitarian aid from Cyprus to the Gaza Strip. The U.S. Army has sent humanitarian aid to Gaza from the air for the fourth time, continuing its aerial assistance to Gaza's civilians; Netanyahu stated that attacks on Hamas will continue. The cooperation between the U.S. and Jordan in providing aid to Gaza has resulted in the delivery of over 36,800 meals by parachute. The first shipment of U.S. aerial aid to Gaza's residents has been announced by CENTCOM, which is 'busy planning for the future.'

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