Operations in parts of the enclave were put on hold to allow more aid into the enclave, the Israeli military said. It was unclear if the decision would relieve the hunger crisis.

World aid groups have criticized Israel for the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Israel has denied the accusations.

The Israel Defense Forces said Sunday it would begin a scheduled "tactical" pause of its military activities in three areas in Gaza, as it opens aid corridors to allow food and medicine into the enclave.