Dozens of people were injured and one person died during a chaotic incident at a Gaza aid distribution site in Rafah, at the Tal al-Sultan hub. Large crowds had gathered to receive food aid when the situation turned violent.
What Happened?
According to the United Nations Human Rights Office for Palestinian Territories, most injuries were caused by Israeli gunfire. Meanwhile, the Israeli military reported having fired warning shots into the air outside the aid compound. Footage from the event shows crowds rushing towards the aid site, triggering panic and disorder.
The Aid Distribution System
The newly established aid delivery system, supported by the United States and Israel, has sidelined traditional NGOs. This shift has led to tension and criticism, as the initial food deliveries resulted in disorder and violent clashes.
Reactions from Involved Parties
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which oversees the aid distribution, denies reports of mass casualties and attributes misinformation to Hamas and other groups. This incident highlights concerns about the safety and effectiveness of the new aid plan amid Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis.
Key Points
- Dozens injured and one death reported at Gaza aid station in Rafah
- Most injuries reportedly caused by Israeli gunfire, according to UN
- Israeli military claims firing warning shots outside compound
- New aid delivery system supported by US and Israel replaced traditional NGOs
- Gaza Humanitarian Foundation denies mass casualty reports, blames misinformation
- International concerns about humanitarian situation and aid safety
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