Aid distribution centers in Gaza will be closed on Wednesday due to security concerns, as stated by the Israeli military. They warned that roads leading to these aid centers would be considered "combat zones" during this time.
Recent Incident
The closure follows a deadly incident overnight on Tuesday near an aid center, where at least 27 Palestinians were reported killed by Israeli fire, according to the Hamas-run Civil Defence Agency. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) indicated that they fired shots after identifying suspects who deviated from designated access routes.
Pattern of Violence
This incident marks the third deadly occurrence in three days involving suspected individuals approaching Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) sites without permission, resulting in casualties and injuries among both civilians and soldiers.
Humanitarian Concerns
Humanitarian organizations have raised alarms over the limited access to food, water, and other essential supplies for Palestinians in Gaza under the current distribution system led by the GHF. Key points include:
- Long Distances: Gazans must now travel long distances to collect supplies from a few designated locations.
- Military Control: These locations are under Israeli military control and staffed by armed American contractors.
- Logistical Challenges: Critics argue that the new model fails to uphold humanitarian principles, as supply boxes weigh 20 kg each, necessitating transportation back to homes or shelters.
Leadership Change
Reverend Dr. Johnnie Moore has recently been appointed as the head of GHF, replacing Jake Wood, who criticized the organization’s model before stepping down.
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