The US Central Command announced on Sunday that the US support ship Bison was heading to the eastern Mediterranean to deliver aid to Gaza by sea.

The US Central Command explained in a statement that the logistical support ship carries equipment to establish a suspended dock to deliver supplies to Gaza.

Meanwhile, the New York Times quoted diplomats and relief officials as saying that transporting humanitarian aid to Gaza by sea faces enormous challenges.

These sources added: It is not clear who will manage and secure the port in Gaza and the humanitarian convoys to distribute aid.

Meanwhile, UN sources said that the civilian police in Gaza can provide security, but it is unlikely that Washington and Tel Aviv will agree.