Israeli Attack on Gaza Aid Station Leaves 93 Dead | WPN World People News

The conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, with a bloody incident occurring at an aid distribution site on July 21. According to Gaza’s Civil Defense Department, Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinian civilians who were collecting humanitarian aid, resulting in at least 93 deaths and dozens more injured. This marks the deadliest day for aid seekers in the over 21-month-long war. The United Nations Human Rights Office reported that nearly 800 people have been killed near aid distribution points since the end of May.

According to AFP, when trucks carrying aid arrived in northern Gaza, 80 people were shot dead, and another 9 were killed near an aid site in Rafah in the south. Just 24 hours earlier, dozens more had died at the same location due to Israeli gunfire. Gaza Civil Defense spokesperson Mahmud Bassal said 4 people were also killed near an aid station in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) stated that a convoy of 25 trucks carrying food aid had just crossed the Israeli border and passed through checkpoints when, near Gaza City, it encountered large crowds of starving people—who were then fired upon. WFP condemned the violence against civilians seeking aid, calling it "completely unacceptable."

The Israeli military denied the reported death toll, claiming that thousands had gathered near Gaza City and that the army fired warning shots to "eliminate immediate threats." This account contradicts reports from eyewitnesses and humanitarian organizations. While different parties dispute responsibility for the incident, the situation for Gaza civilians grows increasingly dire, as basic human rights like survival and access to aid come under unprecedented threat. International attention and pressure may be key to pushing for a ceasefire and humanitarian relief.

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