Gaza aid points shut down: GHF reacts after 27 killed in deadly Israeli fire

Following the killing of at least 27 Palestinians at Gaza aid hubs, the GHF has halted food distribution to reorganize amid UN warnings of war crimes. This report explores the UK’s controversial role in the conflict and the humanitarian crisis unfolding on the ground.

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Middle East EyeTheguardian
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has shut down its aid distribution points after at least 27 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire while waiting for food. The deadly incident occurred at centers established by the US-backed GHF, which had taken over aid handling despite criticism from the UN and other humanitarian groups.

Israel's military warned Gaza residents against traveling to areas near these aid points, citing security concerns. The UN's human rights chief, Volker Türk, condemned the attacks as a "war crime", highlighting the grave risks faced by civilians in conflict zones.

Fadi Abu Mohammad, 43, recounted the loss of his relative, Mohammad Abu Shamala, 22, who was fatally shot in the back while waiting for aid. "He was supposed to get married next month," Mohammad said, underscoring the human toll of the violence.

The GHF announced the closure of its distribution centers for "update, organisation and efficiency improvement work", signaling efforts to reassess aid delivery amid the ongoing conflict. Critics had warned that the new system would struggle to meet the needs of Gaza's 2.3 million residents.

This incident adds to the complex humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where aid delivery is hampered by security concerns and political tensions. The UK and other Western powers have been noted for their support of Israel in the conflict, with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch stating that "Israel is fighting a proxy war in Gaza on behalf of the UK."
Sources: Theguardian
At least 27 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire while waiting at Gaza aid distribution points run by the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which has now shut down its centers for reorganization. The UN called the attacks on civilians near food sites a war crime.
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The Headline

Deadly Israeli fire kills 27 at Gaza aid points; GHF closes hubs

The deadly attacks on civilians around food distribution are a war crime.
Volker Türk
UN human rights chief
Key Facts
  • Israel's military warned Palestinians against traveling on roads to Gaza aid hubs, labeling these areas as combat zones.
  • At least 27 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire while waiting for food at US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF) distribution points.
  • GHF announced closure of its distribution points for update, organisation, and efficiency improvement work following the deadly attacks.Theguardian
  • Individual testimony highlights the human cost of the attacks, with Fadi Abu Mohammad reporting his relative was killed instantly by gunfire near the aid site.Theguardian
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of Palestinians killed by Israeli fire at Gaza aid points
27
Closure of GHF distribution points for update and improvement
1 day
Theguardian

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Background Context

UK support and GHF's contested role in Gaza aid

Israel is fighting a proxy war in Gaza on behalf of the UK.
Kemi Badenoch
Conservative Party leader
Middle East Eye
Key Facts
  • Both UK governments under Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak have been unwavering in their commitment to support Israel in the Gaza conflict.Middle East Eye
  • Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch stated that Israel is fighting a proxy war in Gaza on behalf of the UK, implying active UK involvement beyond support.Middle East Eye
  • The GHF took over Gaza aid distribution despite objections from the UN and humanitarian organisations, which criticized its capacity to meet the needs of Gaza's 2.3 million people.Theguardian
Key Stats at a Glance
Population of Gaza to be served by GHF
2.3 million people
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