Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met yesterday with UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza Sigrid Kaag in Washington, DC. Secretary Blinken and Coordinator Kaag discussed the need to increase and sustain humanitarian aid to Gaza, as well as ongoing work to address security challenges that have hampered the delivery of assistance inside Gaza. The Secretary underscored that it is critical to ensure the effective protection of humanitarian workers. He also emphasized the importance of reaching a ceasefire deal that would secure the release of hostages and help alleviate the suffering of civilians in Gaza. The Secretary expressed continued confidence in Coordinator Kaag and strong support of the United States for her mandate.
