‘Why are children starving?’: State Dept bombarded with Gaza questions, fumbles for answers

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott faced intense questioning over the Gaza humanitarian crisis during a fiery press briefing. Journalists challenged him on US support for Israel amid reports of starvation and blocked aid. Pigott insisted Hamas was responsible for the aid obstruction, but reporters pressed him on America's role and moral accountability. The exchange highlights growing scrutiny of US policy as the Gaza war worsens and ceasefire hopes continue to collapse.