Summary
BBC Verify investigated a chaotic incident at an aid distribution center in Gaza where 47 people were reportedly injured. This center, run by a US and Israeli-backed group, aims to distribute aid without using the UN.
Key Facts
- The event took place at an aid distribution center in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza.
- 47 people were reportedly injured during the chaos at the site.
- The distribution center is operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
- This foundation uses American security contractors.
- The group seeks to provide aid independently of the United Nations (UN).
- BBC Verify examined footage and details related to the incident.
- The UN Human Rights Office commented on the situation.
- BBC Verify team involved includes Merlyn Thomas, Shayan Sardarizadeh, Joshua Cheetham, Sherie Ryder, with graphics by Mesut Ersoz.
