Israeli Forces Kill 27 Palestinians in Gaza Food Aid Clashes Amid Famine Crisis

On Sunday, Israeli forces opened fire on groups of Palestinians attempting to access food aid in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 27 individuals, according to reports. These tragic incidents occurred amidst ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with Gaza experiencing a severe famine and widespread food shortages. United Nations officials have accused Israel of intentionally exacerbating Gaza's hunger crisis by blocking humanitarian assistance at border crossings controlled by the Israeli military. Eyewitnesses described the events as involving indiscriminate gunfire. Yousef Abed, a man en route to a distribution point, recounted, "I couldn't stop to help them because of the gunfire." Another witness, Hamza Matter, reported that Israeli troops attempted to prevent people from reaching aid sites, opening fire and causing injuries and fatalities. Hospitals in southern Gaza, including Nasser Hospital, confirmed retrieving multiple bodies near aid distribution locations in Khan Younis and Rafah, with additional casualties near the Morag and Netzarim Corridors. The total death toll has risen to 27, surpassing initial counts by four. These shootings took place near facili...