"US Gaza Aid Pier Dismantled After Storm Damage and Criticism"
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The US military's temporary pier built to deliver aid to Gaza has been damaged by heavy seas and a storm, requiring repairs in Israel. Despite its brief operational period, the pier delivered 1,000 metric tons of aid but fell short of its goal. The project, costing $320 million and involving 1,000 personnel, faces challenges due to weather and maintenance issues. Officials remain hopeful about its repair but emphasize that land routes are the best way to deliver aid to Gaza.
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