On Tuesday, at least 27 individuals were killed and many injured in Gaza when Israeli fire targeted people trying to access aid, according to local health officials. The incident occurred near the “Al-Alam” roundabout in Rafah, where people had gathered for assistance under a new, controversial aid distribution system. The Israeli military characterized its actions as “warning fire” aimed at individuals deviating from designated routes, claiming they posed a threat. However, details on the nature of that threat were not provided.
This incident is part of a troubling trend, with several recent reports of deaths linked to Israeli fire amid aid-seeking efforts. On Monday, three people were killed as others approached a food distribution site, and over 30 were reported dead on Sunday under similar circumstances. Witnesses described feeling endangered while queuing for aid, with the Israeli military denying claims that their fire was responsible for the casualties.
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.- and Israeli-backed organization overseeing aid distribution, also refuted reports of violence during their operations, asserting that no injuries occurred. The Israeli military maintains that the GHF operates independently to provide aid, emphasizing that the necessity for the new system stems from concerns about aid being diverted by Hamas.
Humanitarian groups, including U.N. bodies, have disputed claims of aid diversion, citing a lack of evidence. The ongoing violence and incidents involving aid seekers underscore the complexities and dangers associated with the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as the situation remains fraught with tension and conflicting narratives from both sides.
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