Operations in three parts of the enclave were temporarily halted on Sunday to allow more aid to enter the territory, the Israeli military said. It was unclear if the decision would relieve the hunger crisis in Gaza.

Amichay Eliyahu’s comments came amid growing hunger in the territory, where Israel controls the delivery of food.

The Israeli military says fighting will pause in Muwasi, Deir al-Balah and Gaza City from 10am to 8pm daily to allow for humanitarian aid.