Summary
The head of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) defended its aid work amid reports of Palestinian deaths and injuries near their distribution sites. The United Nations has condemned the operation as unsafe, arguing that military zones pose risks to civilians. Israeli officials deny claims that their forces deliberately targeted civilians.
Key Facts
- Johnnie Moore, head of GHF, stated that reports linking casualties to their aid operation are incorrect.
- The UN labels GHF's aid distribution method dangerous, as it reportedly forces civilians into military areas.
- Over 500 Palestinians have reportedly died, and 4,000 injured since GHF began distributing aid in May.
- Eyewitnesses and medics claim Israeli forces fired on crowds at GHF aid sites.
- Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported soldiers were allegedly ordered to shoot to disperse crowds.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied these allegations as false.
- The IDF stated they did not instruct forces to shoot civilians and are working to improve safety near aid sites.
- Johnnie Moore accused the UN of dishonesty about the situation and claimed no evidence supported the immediate dangers at GHF sites.
