Wed Jul 30 17:20:06 UTC 2025: ## The Hindu: Dozens Killed in Gaza as Aid Seekers Become Targets Amidst International Pressure on Israel

**Deir Al-Balah, Gaza Strip – July 30, 2025, 10:52 pm IST** – At least 46 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip overnight into Wednesday, the majority while attempting to secure desperately needed humanitarian aid, according to local hospitals. The escalating violence coincides with growing international pressure on Israel to agree to a ceasefire in its ongoing war with Hamas.

Hospitals report that over 30 individuals were killed while seeking aid from trucks entering Gaza through various crossings, including the Zikim crossing. The Shifa hospital in Gaza City received 12 bodies after Israeli forces reportedly opened fire on crowds awaiting aid. Further strikes in the Jabaliya refugee camp and the towns of Beit Lahiya and Beit Hanoun claimed the lives of 13 others. In Khan Younis, 16 bodies were taken to Nasser hospital after an alleged strike near the Morag corridor, with another fatality reported from a tent strike within the city. The Awda hospital reported four deaths from Israeli fire near a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid distribution site.

The Israeli military has not yet commented on the specific incidents but maintains it only targets militants, blaming Hamas for civilian casualties due to its operations within densely populated areas.

The tragic events unfold as international pressure mounts on Israel. The United Kingdom announced its intention to recognize a Palestinian state in September unless a ceasefire is achieved. This follows a similar declaration from French President Emmanuel Macron, which prompted strong condemnation from Israel.

In addition to the violence, Gaza’s health ministry reported that seven Palestinians, including one child, died of malnutrition-related causes in the last 24 hours, bringing the total malnutrition-related deaths to 89 children and 65 adults since the war began. The dire humanitarian situation, coupled with the ongoing conflict, paints a grim picture for the besieged territory.

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