The US has rejected global calls for a ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, arguing it is not the "right answer right now", reports BBC.
US National Security spokesperson John Kirby made the comments on Monday, suggesting instead "pauses" to allow aid to be delivered inside Gaza.
Speaking at a press briefing, Kirby said he was confident more aid trucks would be able to enter Gaza via Egypt.
Kirby said the US had spoken to the Israeli government about increasing the number of lorries crossing the border each day to around 100.
About 45 trucks had entered Gaza through Egypt's Rafah Crossing on Sunday, Mr Kirby said. But, he conceded more would be needed.
Currently, supplies of food, water, fuel and medicines for Gaza's 2.2 million residents are dangerously low.
But Israel has vowed there will be no ceasefire until Hamas is dismantled.
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