Archive · 16 Aug 2025
UN: Over 1,700 Palestinians Killed While Seeking Gaza Aid
Since late May, many people seeking aid in Gaza have died.
The UN says at least 1,760 Palestinians have been killed, with the Israeli military mainly responsible.
On Friday, Gaza's civil defense agency said 38 people died due to Israeli fire, some of whom were waiting for aid.
The Israeli military says it is working to stop Hamas.
They also plan a new offensive in Gaza City and refugee camps.
The UN reports at least 1,760 Palestinians have been killed seeking aid in Gaza since late May.
Most of these deaths are attributed to the Israeli military, according to the UN.
Gaza's civil defence agency reported 38 deaths on Friday due to Israeli fire, including those seeking aid.
The Israeli military is working to dismantle Hamas military capabilities and is planning a new offensive.
The offensive will target Gaza City and nearby refugee camps.
- Who
- Palestinians, the Israeli military, and the UN.
- What
- At least 1,760 Palestinians have died while seeking aid in Gaza.
- When
- Since May 27th, and as of August 13th.
- Where
- Gaza.
- Why
- The reason for the deaths is the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
UN and Aid Workers
Israeli Military
Responsibility for Casualties
UN and Aid Workers
Reports of high death toll among those seeking aid, with the Israeli military being mainly responsible.
Israeli Military
The Israeli military works to dismantle Hamas and mitigate civilian harm.
Military Offensive
UN and Aid Workers
Condemnation of expanding war.
Israeli Military
Military plans for offensive to defeat Hamas and free remaining hostages.
- Total Deaths Seeking Aid (UN)
- At least 1,760
- Deaths attributed to Israeli military (UN)
- Most of these deaths
- Deaths from Israeli fire (Friday, Gaza civil defence)
- 38, including 12 seeking aid
- Date of Report
- August 13, 2024
