Deadly Chaos Erupts at Gaza Aid Centers

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), backed by the US and Israel, has become the primary aid distributor in Gaza, but its rollout has led to chaos and violence at food distribution centers. According to Palestinian health officials, at least 11 people have died and dozens have been injured as crowds overwhelmed by hunger clashed with Israeli troops, who allegedly fired at civilians, while private contractors retreated. The GHF denies that fatalities have occurred at its sites. Humanitarian groups, including the UN and Norwegian Refugee Council, have criticized the new system for bypassing established aid channels and being politicized and insufficient. International pressure is mounting on Israel to increase aid access and halt military operations, with the EU and other Western allies warning of possible sanctions. Hamas denies accusations of diverting aid, as scenes of desperation and food shortages continue across Gaza.