On Wednesday, three mortar rounds were reported to have landed near the offload site designated for humanitarian aid distribution at the Gaza pier. A US defense official confirmed the incident, stating that the mortars did not cause any injuries or damage. However, it is important to note that this information is based on initial reports and further investigation is ongoing.
At this point, it remains unclear what the intended target of the mortar launches was. Fortunately, the official mentioned that the two sections of the humanitarian pier were not damaged by the mortar rounds. These sections are currently not connected to the Gaza coastline, with the causeway that will eventually link to the coast still positioned offshore. Meanwhile, the floating pier has been completed and is presently located at the Israeli port of Ashdod.
Authorities are likely to continue monitoring the situation closely to ensure the safety and security of the humanitarian aid distribution process in the region. Any updates or developments regarding this incident will be communicated promptly as more information becomes available.
