Biden to visit Israel on Wednesday; Blinken unveils Gaza humanitarian aid plan

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Biden will express Washington's support for Israel on his planned visit on Wednesday, Blinken said, adding that the US president would reaffirm his solidarity with Israel as it prepares for a likely ground offensive against Hamas in Gaza.

Blinken also says the US has agreed with Israel on a plan to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza. "Today, and at our request, the United States and Israel have agreed to develop a plan that will enable humanitarian aid from donor nations and multinational

organizations to reach civilians in Gaza," he said.

A meeting in person would allow Biden to privately

discuss concerns and possible red lines in the

looming ground invasion. But it also poses security risks for the US president as Hamas also launches rocket attacks in the direction of Israel, including the country's main airport, Ben Gurion International.

Al Jazeera's Alan Fisher joins us live from West Jerusalem to discuss the latest updates.