Israeli Forces Kill Over 580 Palestinians Waiting for Aid in Gaza

Israeli forces have killed over 580 Palestinians seeking humanitarian aid in Gaza since the start of the intensified conflict in October 2023, with more than 4,000 wounded during such attempts, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry and hospital officials. The ongoing Israeli attacks have led to severe malnutrition, widespread diseases including meningitis, and a collapsing health system in Gaza, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. Reports reveal Israeli soldiers have been ordered to use live fire against unarmed Palestinians waiting for aid distribution, resulting in significant civilian casualties, including children, amid continuous airstrikes and ground assaults. The Palestinian authorities and international agencies condemn these attacks, holding Israel and its Western allies morally and legally responsible for this humanitarian catastrophe, and calling for the immediate opening of Gaza’s crossings to allow aid entry. UNICEF and other human rights organizations have criticized Israel's policies as deliberate starvation tactics and violations of international law. Despite international outcry, the violence and blockade persist, with death toll estimates nearing 100,000 Palestinians killed since the war began, highlighting the dire need for urgent humanitarian intervention.