An American vessel carrying aid for Gaza has left Cyprus, but the U.S. military's temporary floating pier for unloading supplies is not yet in place due to unsafe weather conditions. The aid will be transferred to another American vessel, the Roy P. Benavidez, at Ashdod, which will then deliver it to Gaza once the floating pier is installed. Israel's prevention of Gaza's international seaport has led to alternative methods for aid delivery, although some criticize these maritime efforts as costly and inefficient compared to trucking. Despite challenges, the need for food in Gaza is urgent, with some areas already facing famine, according to the World Food Program.