Summary
Over the last three days, several incidents near an aid distribution site in Gaza resulted in deaths. The site, managed by a group supported by the US and Israel, saw violence allegedly involving Israeli military fire. Israel has denied firing on civilians, stating only warning shots were fired.
Key Facts
- Three incidents occurred near a new aid site in southwest Gaza.
- The first incident on Sunday resulted in 31 Palestinian deaths, according to local officials.
- Two more incidents on Monday and Tuesday led to additional deaths.
- Israel denies targeting civilians and claims only suspects were fired upon.
- The aid site, SDS 1, started operating on May 26 but faced challenges, including site crowding and safety issues.
- The aid system, led by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, is criticized for bypassing the UN.
- The site directs civilians to approach via a specific road, raising safety concerns.
