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Crush in Gaza as crowds rush for aid from air and land

Ana Shorter
August 5, 2025

Israel is allowing more foreign planes to airdrop aid into Gaza, but the ground situation remains dire as each drop delivers far less than a truckload. Over 1,000 have been killed seeking aid since late May, the UN says.

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Aid airdrops over central Gaza are causing chaos and injuries, with one man reportedly hurt when a box landed on his tent. Locals describe the situation as humiliating and dangerous, with only a fraction receiving aid, sparking violence. Despite international efforts, including planes from Germany and Canada, the aid is insufficient. The UN warns of worsening starvation, with over 1,000 killed while trying to access supplies. Residents urge for safer land-based aid delivery through border crossings.