At least 69 killed seeking aid in Gaza as US envoy Steve Witkoff visits Israel

Crowds of hungry people waiting for humanitarian aid at Zikim crossing shot at by Israeli soldiersMiddle East crisis – liveAt least 69 people have been killed and dozens more wounded while waiting for aid in Gaza over the last 24 hours, as the US envoy, Steve Witkoff, visits Israel for ceasefire discussions.On Wednesday night, crowds of hungry people had gathered at the Zikim crossing with Israel, waiting for trucks loaded with humanitarian aid to enter the besieged strip when they were shot. Al-Saraya field hospital said it had received more than 100 dead and wounded after the shooting, while the death toll was expected to rise, the Associated Press reported. Continue reading...

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