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Aid distribution in Gaza endangers lives

Over 1,000 Palestinians have died while seeking food as dangerous systems take over aid delivery.

July 22, 2025 at 10:49 AM

Eleven-minute race for food: how aid points in Gaza became ‘death traps’ - a visual story

The aid distribution system in Gaza is criticized for endangering lives while failing to deliver adequate support.

Humanitarian aid in Gaza risks lives and fails to meet needs

Since the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation took over food distribution in May, over 1,000 Palestinians have died while seeking aid at militarized centers. These centers are located in evacuation zones, exposing civilians to significant dangers, as evidenced by testimonies from residents like Raed Jamal, who reported gunfire incidents during food distribution attempts. With limited access and chaotic distribution points, many risk their lives to secure basic necessities like food amidst the ongoing conflict.

Key Takeaways

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Over 1,000 deaths reported since new aid distribution began in May

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Aid centers operate in evacuation zones, increasing danger for civilians

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Men predominantly access aid as system favors physical strength

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Criticism mounts against Gaza Humanitarian Foundation for inefficiency

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Non-militarized aid seeks revival amidst calls from over 170 NGOs

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UN reports severe levels of hunger predicted in coming months

"The so-called mechanism is a death trap costing more lives than it saves."

Philippe Lazzarini highlights the deadly flaws in the new aid system.

"I have gone four days in a row and not brought anything back, not even flour – nothing."

Raed Jamal reflects on the desperate struggle for food amidst dangerous conditions.

"We can only think that it was designed to cause damage to the people seeking aid."

Aitor Zabalgogeazkoa critiques the GHF system as harmful to aid seekers.

"If you look at Gaza now… everything that sustains life has been deprived."

Olga Cherevko emphasizes the urgent need for comprehensive humanitarian support.

This situation highlights a troubling trend in humanitarian efforts within conflict zones. The shift from a UN-led distribution model to one led by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation raises questions about the safety and effectiveness of aid delivery. Humanitarian groups argue that the new system prioritizes control over genuine assistance, endangering the very lives it aims to support. Critics emphasize that the current approach is not sustainable, urging a return to non-militarized methods for delivering humanitarian aid.

Highlights

Aid should save lives, not create new dangers.
Civilians are forced to gamble their lives for food.
This distribution method is a death trap, not humanitarian aid.
How can we call this aid when it risks so many lives?

Dangerous humanitarian conditions

The current aid distribution system in Gaza has been described as a death trap, endangering civilian lives and drawing criticism from humanitarian organizations.

The need for a safer and more effective aid distribution system remains urgent.

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