Tragedy at Zikim Crossing: 37 Palestinians Killed Amid Aid Efforts

On Wednesday, 37 Palestinians were killed while waiting for food at the Zikim Crossing in the Gaza Strip. Shifa Hospital reported the casualties. The circumstances around who opened fire remain unclear, with no comment from the Israeli military, which manages the crossing.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Deiral-Balah | Updated: 31-07-2025 00:51 IST | Created: 31-07-2025 00:51 IST
Tragedy at Zikim Crossing: 37 Palestinians Killed Amid Aid Efforts
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On Wednesday, tragedy struck as 37 Palestinians were killed at the Zikim Crossing in the Gaza Strip, according to reports from Shifa Hospital in Gaza City.

Both dead and wounded individuals were among those gathered for humanitarian aid at the primary entry point to northern Gaza.

Uncertainty lingers regarding the source of the gunfire, with the Israeli military, responsible for overseeing the crossing, yet to issue an official statement.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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