Gaza warehouse broken into by 'hordes of hungry people', says WFP
Summary
A warehouse belonging to the UN’s World Food Programme in Gaza was broken into by many people needing food, leading to two deaths and several injuries. The incident happened amid a severe food shortage due to a nearly three-month Israeli blockade recently eased. The UN has called for increased food aid to prevent starvation, while aid delivery systems remain contentious.Key Facts
- A food warehouse in Gaza was broken into by large crowds needing food.
- Two people died, and several were injured during the incident.
- Video showed people taking flour and food while gunshots were heard, though the source of gunfire is unclear.
- The UN says the Israeli blockade led to worsening humanitarian conditions.
- Israel recently allowed limited aid into Gaza, with 121 trucks carrying supplies.
- A US and Israeli-supported aid group, GHF, was set up but is criticized by the UN.
- 47 people were injured at one of GHF's distribution sites.
- The UN denies claims of Hamas diverting aid, stating criminal gangs near the border are the main culprits.
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