Israeli forces reportedly killed over 51 Palestinians and injured hundreds more at an aid distribution site in southern Gaza on Tuesday. Witnesses and rescuers described chaotic scenes as people waited for flour from a World Food Programme (WFP) facility in Khan Younis. The violence has drawn widespread condemnation and raised urgent questions about the safety of humanitarian operations in the region.
Israeli Forces Open Fire at Gaza Aid Site, Resulting in Massive Casualties
Israeli Forces Open Fire at Gaza Aid Site, Resulting in Massive Casualties
In a tragic incident, Israeli military actions near a Gaza aid distribution center have led to numerous fatalities and injuries among civilians.
The attack occurred amid ongoing tensions and military operations near a junction in Khan Younis, where throngs of Palestinians had gathered for much-needed assistance. Eyewitness accounts claim that Israeli drones targeted the crowd with missiles, which was subsequently followed by artillery fire from nearby Israeli tanks. The local Nasser Hospital is currently overwhelmed with casualties, many of whom are being treated on the floor due to overcrowding.
In response to the incident, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated they are reviewing reports of injuries caused by their fire while indicating that a gathering had been identified near an aid truck. Meanwhile, UN human rights chief Volker Turk condemned the actions, stating that Israel was "weaponising food" and calling for an investigation into the violence occurring near aid sites.
This latest incident is part of a troubling pattern of violence that has plagued aid distribution efforts in Gaza, prompting serious concerns over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the area.
In response to the incident, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated they are reviewing reports of injuries caused by their fire while indicating that a gathering had been identified near an aid truck. Meanwhile, UN human rights chief Volker Turk condemned the actions, stating that Israel was "weaponising food" and calling for an investigation into the violence occurring near aid sites.
This latest incident is part of a troubling pattern of violence that has plagued aid distribution efforts in Gaza, prompting serious concerns over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the area.
