GAZA: Israeli military forces opened fire near an aid distribution point, leading to the deaths of at least 13 civilians and injuring around 200 more.
Israeli military forces reportedly opened fire on aid seekers near an aid point, resulting in the deaths of at least 13 individuals and injuries to approximately 200 others, according to sources at al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza.
This incident follows a day in which the Gaza Health Ministry reported at least 57 aid seekers killed.
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has also reported that at least five aid workers were killed when one of its buses was attacked, with the organization blaming Hamas for the incident. Hamas has yet to comment on these accusations.
The ongoing conflict has led to devastating casualties, with the Gaza Health Ministry stating that Israeli military operations have resulted in the deaths of at least 55,104 Palestinians and left 127,394 wounded since the escalation began. The situation remains tense as humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate amid continued hostilities.