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Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Israeli Forces Accused of Shooting Palestinians at Aid Stations
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Cairo, Egypt – June 28, 2025 – Shocking allegations have emerged accusing Israeli soldiers of deliberately shooting at Palestinians waiting for humanitarian aid in Gaza. These reports, detailed by israeli media outlet *Haaretz*, have sparked outrage and calls for investigation into potential war crimes. The incidents center around food aid stations operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an organization established in May 2025 with support from the United States and Israel.
Allegations of Deliberate Targeting
According too *Haaretz*, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) were allegedly given orders to intentionally fire upon unarmed Palestinians gathering at GHF food distribution points. This operation, chillingly dubbed “Salty Fish Operation,” reportedly resulted in numerous casualties, with one unnamed soldier stating that “one to five people are killed every day” at their station. The soldier further admitted, “Our dialog method is to shoot!”
Did You Know? The “Salty Fish Operation” shares a name with an Israeli children’s game similar to “Red Light, Green Light,” highlighting the disturbing contrast between innocence and violence.
Mounting Casualties and War crime Concerns
the *Middle East eye* reports that at least 420 Palestinians have been killed and over 3,000 injured in the vicinity of four food aid stations in central and southern Gaza since the GHF began operations in late May. *Haaretz* corroborates these reports, confirming that at least 19 IDF soldiers have been involved in shootings at the food aid stations. Military prosecutors are now reviewing these incidents for potential war crimes, although Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel Katz have vehemently denied the accusations, dismissing them as “bloody slander.”
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation Under Scrutiny
The United Nations has refused to participate in the GHF’s food distribution system, and UN experts have accused Israel of using hunger as a weapon of war.Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN Palestinian Refugee Relief Work Agency (UNRWA), has condemned the attacks on the Gaza food aid stations as war crimes, stating that “The Gaza Humane Foundation has taken more lives than saved.” Fifteen human rights groups have called for a moratorium on the GHF’s operations, raising concerns about potential international sexual crimes linked to the organization.
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The Broader Context: Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis
These events unfold against the backdrop of a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, exacerbated by Israel’s blockade of aid materials since March 2, 2025. this blockade has plunged the region’s two million residents into a state of acute hunger. The establishment of the GHF,intended to alleviate this crisis,has instead become a focal point of violence and controversy.
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Palestinians Killed Near Aid Stations (Since Late May 2025) | 420+ | Middle East Eye |
| Palestinians Injured Near aid Stations (As Late May 2025) | 3,000+ | middle East Eye |
| IDF Soldiers Involved in Shootings at Aid Stations | 19+ | Haaretz |
| Gaza Residents Facing Hunger Crisis | 2 Million | Central News Agency |
Comparisons to “Squid Game”
Consequence, a New york-based independent news outlet, drew a disturbing parallel between the “Salted Fish Operation” and the Netflix Korean drama “Squid game,” highlighting the fear and desperation experienced by palestinians seeking aid. This comparison underscores the dehumanizing nature of the alleged actions by the IDF.
what long-term impact will these events have on the already fragile peace process in the region? How can international organizations ensure the safe delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza’s residents?