Scotland, July 29 -- US President Donald Trump has acknowledged the severe hunger crisis in Gaza after months of largely deflecting questions on the issue, stating that the United States would increase food aid to the war-hit enclave, The New York Times reported.

During a 75-minute press session with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland on Monday, Trump pledged to "set up food centers" in Gaza, although he offered no specifics on how aid would reach the enclave that has faced more than 20 months of Israeli bombardment and aid restrictions.

"We're giving money and things," Trump said, adding, "I want to make sure they get the food, every ounce of food."

According to The New York Times, Trump's shift in tone came after meetings wit...