eports from Gaza on June 1 indicate a tragic day marked by violence and chaos surrounding aid distribution. Gaza health officials stated that at least 31 Palestinians were killed and many more wounded after an attack near a food aid distribution center in Rafah. Witnesses described being fired upon by Israeli forces as they attempted to access aid. The Israeli military, however, denied its soldiers were involved in the deaths. This incident occurred near a site run by a new U.S.- and Israeli-backed foundation, which has bypassed the UN-led aid system and drawn criticism for its methods and security concerns. The UN and other major aid groups continue to refuse to work with this new system, citing violations of humanitarian principles and concerns about forced displacement.
Aid Delivery Chaos and Fatalities in Gaza
