Gaza: 17 Killed in Israeli Gunfire Near Aid Site
At least 17 Palestinians are dead following Israeli gunfire near a Gaza aid site, as reported by local health officials; thousands were seeking sustenance from a U.S.-backed group when the violence erupted.the incident highlights the escalating humanitarian crisis, with the UN warning of impending famine amid severely challenged aid deliveries. The Israeli gunfire prompted an inquiry by the Israeli military, which had previously cautioned against approaching aid routes. The Gaza humanitarian Foundation has been instrumental in delivering food packages, but the United Nations reports deficiencies. News Directory 3 is covering the ongoing conflict, its effects on the civilian population, and the challenges aid organizations face. Discover the full scope of the ongoing conflict and what steps are being taken next.
Israeli Gunfire Kills Palestinians at Gaza Aid Site, Fueling Humanitarian Crisis
Updated June 10, 2025
At least 17 Palestinians died and dozens more sustained injuries from israeli gunfire near an aid distribution site in central gaza on Tuesday, according to local health officials. The incident occurred as thousands of displaced individuals approached the site, which is supported by a U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
Medical personnel reported that casualties were transported to Al-Awda Hospital in Nuseirat camp and Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza City. The Israeli military stated that they are investigating the event. Last week, the military had cautioned Palestinians against approaching routes to GHF sites between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., designating these areas as closed military zones.
The GHF initiated food package distribution in Gaza in late May, implementing a new aid distribution model. However, the United Nations has raised concerns, stating that the model lacks impartiality and neutrality.
Many Gazans face arduous journeys, frequently enough walking for hours before dawn to reach distribution points in hopes of receiving food. While the GHF maintains that its distribution sites are secure, Palestinians have reported disorder and violence along access routes.
“I went there at 2 a.m. hoping to get some food, on my way there, I saw people returning empty-handed, they said aid packages have run out in five minutes, this is insane and isn’t enough,” said Mohammad Abu Amr, 40, a father of two.
Abu Amr added that many travel long distances only to be disappointed. He heard gunfire but did not witness the immediate events. Later on Tuesday, health authorities reported that an Israeli strike on a house in Deir al-Balah killed eight people, bringing the day’s total death toll to at least 25.
Separately, the Israeli military reported intercepting a rocket fired from northern Gaza toward Israeli territory, indicating that Hamas and othre militant groups still possess the capability to launch weapons.
limited U.N.-led operations resumed on May 19 after an 11-week blockade affecting 2.3 million people.The U.N. has described the amount of aid entering Gaza as insufficient. witnesses reported that desperate Palestinians and thieves looted at least 40 trucks carrying flour intended for U.N. warehouses near Nabulsi roundabout in Gaza City.
The conflict began after Hamas-led militants killed 1,200 people and took 251 hostages in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. As then,Israeli military actions have resulted in over 54,000 Palestinian deaths,according to Gaza health authorities,and widespread destruction throughout the region.
What’s next
The situation remains volatile, with ongoing efforts to address the dire humanitarian needs in Gaza and de-escalate the conflict. International organizations are urging increased aid access and a peaceful resolution to the crisis.