Overview
- Gaza Civil Defense reported at least 33 Palestinians killed Wednesday by Israeli fire in central Gaza, including 11 shot while waiting for food and flour in Nuseirat.
- On June 17, the defense service said more than 50 civilians gathered at a World Central Kitchen aid truck in Khan Younes were killed in drone and tank strikes, bringing two-day site deaths to over 80.
- The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has distributed nearly 28 million meals since late May but its operations have been marred by chaotic scenes and deadly violence.
- The Israeli military said it is examining these incidents, asserting its forces engaged what it described as suspicious groups near aid convoys.
- United Nations agencies warn Gaza’s humanitarian collapse deepens with critical fuel, water and medical shortages and urge investigations into potential war crimes.