Wind, rough seas again force US to temporarily relocate Gaza aid pier

The U.S. military once again is pausing operations on its temporary floating pier off the coast of Gaza as wind and rough seas are expected in the coming days.

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Friday that the temporary pier will be removed from its anchored position in Gaza and towed back to Ashdod, Israel for the safety of its service members as high seas may cause structural damage.

“The decision to temporarily relocate the pier is not made lightly but is necessary...