Israel-Gaza conflict: Over 100 casualties reported near Gaza aid convoy
The Daily Guardian-
In a tragic turn of events, at least 112 Palestinians were killed and 760 injured as they attempted to access aid in Gaza. The situation escalated when crowds tried to approach a convoy of lorries on the coastal road, sparking a confrontation with Israeli forces.
Tanks fired warning shots, but reports claim that some Palestinians were directly fired upon by troops. Aerial footage captured chaotic scenes as people were loaded onto aid lorries, with many seen injured or killed.
The incident has drawn condemnation from various quarters, including France, US President Joe Biden, and medical charity MSF, which called for a ceasefire. The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting to discuss the situation, noting the looming famine in Gaza due to a lack of food and clean water.
The conflict stems from Israel’s campaign against Hamas following previous attacks, leading to a large-scale confrontation. The IDF has disputed claims of a massacre, attributing casualties to violent actions by civilians around the convoy.
President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the incident as a “heinous massacre,” while the UN Secretary-General called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and the release of all hostages. Humanitarian aid had been suspended in some areas due to escalating violence, and the World Food Programme warned of catastrophic levels of food insecurity affecting over half a million people in Gaza.
The situation remains tense as calls for peace and humanitarian support grow louder amidst the ongoing violence in the region.
