Sixteen Palestinians were killed in Israeli military strikes in Gaza on Friday, according to local health authorities, with intensified strikes reported in Jabalia and Beit Hanoun. Concurrently, the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) resumed aid distribution after closures due to deadly shootings, facing criticism for alleged lack of neutrality and disorganized operations. The Israeli military issued evacuation orders and warned of a closed military zone around aid sites outside specific hours.
At least 16 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, health officials say
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Sixteen Palestinians were killed in Israeli military strikes in Gaza on Friday, according to local health authorities, with intensified strikes reported in Jabalia and Beit Hanoun. Concurrently, the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) resumed aid distribution after closures due to deadly shootings, facing criticism for alleged lack of neutrality and disorganized operations. The Israeli military issued evacuation orders and warned of a closed military zone around aid sites outside specific hours.
Trending- 1 Oct. 7, 2023: Hamas cross-border attack triggered the war.
- 2 March: Israel broke a two-month-old ceasefire and re-intensified offensive.
- 3 Three consecutive days (prior to Wednesday): Dozens of Palestinians shot dead near Rafah site.
- 4 Wednesday: GHF halted distributions.
- 5 Thursday: GHF opened two sites in southern Gaza.
- 6 Friday: 16 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes; GHF delivered aid; Israeli military issued evacuation orders and warnings.
- Loss of life (16 Palestinians killed).
- Continued humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- Disruption and criticism of aid distribution efforts.
- Increased security risks for civilians in Gaza.
What: Israeli military strikes killed 16 Palestinians in Gaza. Intensified strikes reported in Jabalia and Beit Hanoun. The U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) delivered aid despite earlier closures due to deadly shootings, facing criticism for disorganization and lack of neutrality. Israeli military issued evacuation orders and declared a closed military zone around aid sites outside specific hours.
When: Friday (for the deaths and aid delivery); Sunday, Monday, Tuesday (for previous warning shots/firings near Rafah site); March (ceasefire broken); Oct. 7, 2023 (Hamas cross-border attack).
Where: Gaza (Jabalia, Tuffah, Khan Younis, Rafah, Beit Hanoun).
Why: Ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Aid distribution challenges due to security concerns and alleged disorganization.
How: Israeli planes and tanks intensified strikes. GHF distributed aid, bypassing traditional relief agencies. Israeli military issued evacuation orders and warnings via X.