Israel turning Gaza into ‘graveyard of children and starving’: UNRWA chief
Summary
The UN agency head for Palestine refugees has reported that 800 Palestinians have died since May while trying to access aid in Gaza. There are accusations that Israeli-backed aid distribution centers are not effectively helping the population. The situation in Gaza is severe, with many unable to get food or safe passage.Key Facts
- Since May, 800 Palestinians have died trying to access aid in Gaza.
- On Thursday, 15 people, including children, were killed near an aid center in Deir el-Balah.
- The Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF) sites have replaced many UN-led aid centers since May.
- 634 deaths occurred near the GHF sites and 185 near other humanitarian convoys.
- Reports indicate that Israeli soldiers and US contractors have shot unarmed people gathering for food.
- The World Food Programme (WFP) has food supplies for Gaza but faces access issues.
- Israel plans to build a "humanitarian city" on land cleared in Rafah, potentially housing Gaza's 2.1 million people.
- A British-Israeli analyst claims the aid distribution is part of a plan to move Palestinians to Rafah.
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