Israeli forces opened fire on a group of Palestinians gathered at a U.S.-run aid distribution point on Al-Tina Street, southeast of the Gaza city of Khan Younis, killing at least nine people, according to Palestinian media reports published on 16 July. Local outlets said the victims had been waiting for food assistance amid acute shortages caused by Israel’s blockade and continuing military operations in the enclave. Images circulating from the scene showed bodies being transported on handcarts because ambulances were reportedly unavailable. The incident is the latest in a series of deadly confrontations around aid convoys and distribution centers in Gaza, where relief agencies have warned of worsening hunger. Israel’s military has not yet issued a public statement on the shootings.