Five people were tragically killed and ten others injured in a recent airdropped aid package incident that took place in the Al Shati camp west of Gaza City. The aid packages, which fell from planes over the camp, have left many questioning the responsible nation behind the unfortunate event.
Head of emergency care at Al Shifa Medical Complex has confirmed the casualties, highlighting the severity of the situation. Video footage from the scene shows a pallet malfunctioning and falling at a high speed towards a residential building, adding to the devastation.
In another incident near Beit Lahia, separate video footage captured parachutes carrying parcels, raising concerns about the safety and coordination of the aid drops. The US and other countries have been utilizing airdrops as a way to combat famine warnings from the United Nations in the region.
However, aid agencies have criticized the effectiveness of the airdrops in meeting the scale of need in Gaza, particularly in northern Gaza where residents have struggled to access essential food supplies included in the aid packages. Journalist Abdel Qader Al Sabbah called the aid drops “useless” and emphasized the challenges in obtaining aid parcels due to competition and logistical issues.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay tuned to Poh Diaries for the latest developments on this tragic incident.
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