Israeli soldiers fired their guns near thousands of hungry Palestinians in Gaza. According to reports, the shooting took place during the second day of food aid distribution in Rafah. Israel had chosen a logistics team to manage the centre.
Hunger Forces People to Cross Israeli Lines
For 11 weeks, Gaza has suffered under a complete siege. Israel’s strict blockade has cut off food, water, and supplies. As a result, many people in Gaza are starving.
Therefore, on Tuesday, huge crowds crossed Israeli military lines. They rushed to the new distribution centre in Rafah, desperate for food.
Aid Workers Overwhelmed by the Massive Crowd
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) was in charge of the operation. However, the crowd became too large and unmanageable. Eventually, the staff had to step back.
In a statement, the foundation explained what happened. “At one moment in the late afternoon, the volume of people at the SDS [secure distribution centre] was such that the GHF team fell back to allow a small number of Palestinians in Gaza to take aid safely and dissipate,” it said.
Tensions Rise as Situation Spirals
As the crowd pushed forward, chaos broke out. Israeli troops responded by firing shots. The gunfire caused more fear and confusion.
Clearly, the scene showed how desperate the people in Gaza have become. Aid teams are struggling to help, but the situation remains dangerous. Meanwhile, the hunger crisis continues to grow.
