**Palestinians Rush to Aid Sites Amid Gaza Crisis**
A disturbing video has emerged, showing hundreds of Palestinians rushing over a large pile of dirt and climbing fences to reach an aid site in the Gaza Strip. The footage, posted online on Tuesday, shows the desperate situation faced by many in the besieged territory.
The video, shared by Israeli anti-war activist Alon Lee Green, appears to be from the SDS1 Distribution Site, west of Rafah, where the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) operates an aid site. The GHF is a controversial organization backed by Israel and the US, which aims to bypass the United Nations as the primary supplier of aid to Palestinians.
As the video shows, many Palestinians are forced to wait behind a fence before being given instructions by an American-accented voice to enter the aid site. The footage then shows them rushing towards what appears to be food or other essential supplies.
The situation in Gaza is dire, with at least 55,104 people killed and thousands more injured since the Israeli military launched its campaign in response to a Hamas attack on southern Israel in October 2023.
**Aid Distribution Turns Deadly**
UN officials have criticized the aid distribution system as “humiliating” and “dehumanizing,” forcing thousands of hungry and desperate people to walk long distances or risk their lives to access food and other essentials. The Israeli military has confirmed that it is investigating reports of aid-related deaths, which have become increasingly common.
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s role in the crisis is also under scrutiny, with critics accusing them of using private security contractors to staff their aid sites, further exacerbating the situation.
**Commentary**
“This video shows the true horror of what’s happening in Gaza,” said Alon Lee Green. “It’s not just a disaster film – it’s the result of our actions. The dehumanization of millions is evident in this picture.”
The international community must take urgent action to address the crisis in Gaza, ensuring that aid reaches those who need it most without putting their lives at risk.
**What You Need to Know**
* At least 55,104 people have been killed in Gaza since October 2023.
* Thousands of Palestinians are forced to walk long distances or risk their lives to access food and other essentials.
* The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is a controversial organization backed by Israel and the US, which aims to bypass the UN as the primary supplier of aid to Palestinians.
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