**Israeli Forces Accused of Killing Aid Worker in Gaza Strip**
A humanitarian crisis is deepening in the Gaza Strip, where Israeli forces have been accused of killing a worker from the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS). The attack on Sunday morning has left one person dead and three others injured. The PRCS headquarters was hit by Israeli artillery, causing a fire to break out.
The incident is just the latest in a series of escalations between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The conflict began after a Hamas-led attack on southern Israel in October 2023, which resulted in over 1,200 people being killed and 251 others taken hostage. Since then, at least 60,839 people have been killed across the Gaza Strip, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
**Aid Groups Criticize Israeli Actions**
The PRCS has accused Israel of deliberately targeting its headquarters, despite the building being clearly marked with its emblem. The aid agency has expressed its “heartbreak” over the death of Omar Isleem, a worker who was killed in the attack. Two other workers and a civilian were also injured while trying to put out the fire.
“This is not an isolated incident,” said a spokesperson for the PRCS. “We have documented numerous cases where Israeli forces have targeted our staff and facilities, putting innocent lives at risk.”
**UN Figures Show Worsening Humanitarian Crisis**
The United Nations has reported that at least 1,373 Palestinians were killed while seeking food between late May and now. The humanitarian organization has also disputed the UN’s claim that at least 859 people were killed near its sites.
“The situation in Gaza is dire,” said a spokesperson for the UN. “We urge all parties to respect international law and protect civilians from harm.”
**Egypt Offers Hope with Fuel Aid**
In a rare glimmer of hope, Egyptian state media reported on Sunday that two lorries carrying much-needed fuel were waiting to enter Gaza. The fuel will help alleviate the severe shortages faced by residents in the Strip.
However, the delivery is unlikely to be enough to address the scale of the crisis. The Hamas-run health ministry has announced that another six people died from malnutrition over the weekend, bringing the total since the start of the war to 175, including 93 children.
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