Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians gathering to receive humanitarian aid in Gaza on Sunday, killing 93 people and injuring many more, according to Gaza’s civil defense agency. Most casualties occurred near aid delivery points in northern Gaza and around Rafah and Khan Yunis in the south. The UN World Food Programme reported that its convoy faced gunfire after crossing into Gaza, while Israel said its soldiers fired warning shots to counter an immediate threat, disputing the reported death toll. The UN has documented nearly 800 aid-seekers killed since May, with Gaza health authorities reporting about 995 deaths overall.
In response to ongoing humanitarian concerns, Israel revoked the residency permit of the UN OCHA head in Israel, Jonathan Whittall, who had criticized conditions in Gaza. Meanwhile, the Israeli military ordered residents in Deir el-Balah to evacuate southward for military operations, a move the UN described as a severe blow to aid efforts amid collapsing services. Over 87 percent of Gaza is now under displacement orders or in militarized zones, forcing 2.1 million people into a small, fragmented area.
Concerns have also been raised for hostages held since 2023 as military offensives continue. Indirect talks between Israel and Hamas have been ongoing to negotiate a 60-day ceasefire and the release of hostages.
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