Gaza Bleeds Again: Relief-Seekers Targeted, 73 Killed, More Than 150 Injured in Shelling

Gaza Strip (The Uttam Hindu): On Sunday, once again a deadly attack took place on people waiting for humanitarian aid in the Gaza Strip, in which at least 73 Palestinians died. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, more than 150 people have also been injured in the shelling of the Israeli army, many of whom are in critical condition.

The ministry said the people were waiting to receive relief materials at various locations in the Gaza Strip when they were targeted.

According to reports, the deadliest attack took place in northern Gaza. A large number of Palestinians were trying to get relief materials near the Jikim crossing when they were fired upon. The incident has once again highlighted the dire state of the humanitarian crisis in the war-torn region, where people are risking their lives even for basic necessities like food. Rescue operations are underway and the death toll is expected to rise.