Meanwhile the situation in Gaza remains dire with Food Supplies running dangerously low. The risk of famine looms over the 2.3 million people. Aid agencies have warned of the worsening humanitarian crisis.

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Condemnations have poured in from around the world after Israeli troops opened fire on Palestinian civilians, killing hundreds, during Gaza aid delivery. The scenes of carnage at food aid sites invited condemnation from countries around the world with many pressing for an immediate ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.

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The US military executed its inaugural humanitarian aid airdrop into Gaza, utilizing three C-130 planes, as disclosed by two anonymous US officials on Saturday (March 2).

The airdrop involved more than 35,000 meals, and the White House affirmed its commitment to sustaining these efforts, noting Israel's support for the initiative.

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In solidarity, several nations, including France, Egypt, and Jordan, have also conducted airdrops to provide aid to Gaza.

The gravity of the situation in the Gaza Strip is underscored by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, reporting that at least 576,000 people, constituting a quarter of the enclave's population, are on the brink of famine.

Disturbingly, individuals resorting to consuming animal feed for survival and reports from medics highlighting cases of children succumbing to malnutrition and dehydration have prompted the U.N. to acknowledge "overwhelming obstacles" in delivering essential aid.

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Earlier on Friday, United States President Joe Biden said that the country will start airdropping food and supplies as part of humanitarian aid into Gaza in the days ahead.

On Thursday (Feb 29), a huge crowd of people in North Gaza rushed towards food aid trucks after which the Israeli forces guarding those trucks opened fire at them.

"The loss of life is heartbreaking. People are so desperate that innocent people got caught in a terrible war unable to feed their families, and you saw the response when they tried to get aid in," Biden said.&nbsp;

He added, "And we need to do more in the United States, will do more. In the coming days, we’re going to join with our friends in Jordan and others in providing airdrops."&nbsp;

"In addition to expanding deliveries by land, as I said, we're gonna -- we're gonna insist that Israel facilitate more trucks and more routes to get more and more people the help they need. No excuses because the truth is, aid flowing to Gaza is nowhere nearly enough," the US president further said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The US military executed its inaugural humanitarian aid airdrop into Gaza, utilizing three C-130 planes, as disclosed by two anonymous US officials on Saturday (March 2).

The US military executed its inaugural humanitarian aid airdrop into Gaza, utilizing three C-130 planes, as disclosed by two anonymous US officials on Saturday (March 2). The airdrop involved more than 35,000 meals, and the White House affirmed its commitment to sustaining these efforts, noting Israel's support for the initiative. Also read: US to start airdropping food, supplies into Gaza in days ahead: Biden In solidarity, several nations, including France, Egypt, and Jordan, have also conducted airdrops to provide aid to Gaza. The gravity of the situation in the Gaza Strip is underscored by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, reporting that at least 576,000 people, constituting a quarter of the enclave's population, are on the brink of famine. Disturbingly, individuals resorting to consuming animal feed for survival and reports from medics highlighting cases of children succumbing to malnutrition and dehydration have prompted the U.N. to acknowledge "overwhelming obstacles" in delivering essential aid. Also Read: Israel-Hamas war: Hoping for Gaza ceasefire deal by Ramadan, says Biden Earlier on Friday, United States President Joe Biden said that the country will start airdropping food and supplies as part of humanitarian aid into Gaza in the days ahead. On Thursday (Feb 29), a huge crowd of people in North Gaza rushed towards food aid trucks after which the Israeli forces guarding those trucks opened fire at them. "The loss of life is heartbreaking. People are so desperate that innocent people got caught in a terrible war unable to feed their families, and you saw the response when they tried to get aid in," Biden said. He added, "And we need to do more in the United States, will do more. In the coming days, we’re going to join with our friends in Jordan and others in providing airdrops." "In addition to expanding deliveries by land, as I said, we're gonna -- we're gonna insist that Israel facilitate more trucks and more routes to get more and more people the help they need. No excuses because the truth is, aid flowing to Gaza is nowhere nearly enough," the US president further said. (With inputs from agencies)

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More than 100 Palestinians have been killed and some 700 others wounded after Israeli troops opened fire on hundreds waiting for food aid southwest of Gaza city. The ministry said the attack was part of Israel’s ongoing “genocidal war”. It called on the international community to “urgently intervene” to forge a ceasefire as “the only way to protect civilians”.

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At least 104 people have been killed while waiting for aid in the western part of Gaza city. Palestinian officials have accused Israel of open firing on civilians while IDF says the crowd posed a threat to the troops positioned nearby.

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At least 77 people have been killed in an alleged Israeli attack while they were waiting for immediate aid. The Palestinian media office in Gaza has accused Israel of intentionally attacking civilians and killing the people waiting for food in cold blood.

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At least 103 people were killed in Gaza overnight as enclave’s Health Ministry claimed on Saturday (Feb 24) that the Israeli army targeted families and residential complexes. With this, the death toll in Gaza has risen to 29,600. Nearly 70,000 people have been injured since the conflict began on October 7.

<h2>Details of attack</h2>

The Gazan health ministry claimed&nbsp;at least 10 attacks in residential areas, including the residence of popular Palestinian comedian Mahmoud Za'tar. The attacks resulted in at least 160 injuries, and left several critical.

Israeli military helicopter reportedly fired towards the houses in Deir al-Balah area in central Gaza.

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“I was against the idea of leaving Gaza, because I love Gaza and I don’t want to leave it, but they are forcing us to leave Gaza looking for safety,” Za'tar was quoted as saying by The National News.

The attack on Za'tar’s house was alone responsible for at least 22 casualties and 50 injuries, the Hamas-run ministry claimed.

<h2>Humanitarian crisis intensifies</h2>

The relentless pounding of the strip has worsened food and water supplies in the enclave.

On Friday (Feb 23), the UN humanitarian agency, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), said: “Without adequate food and water supplies, as well as health and nutrition services, the elevated risk of famine in Gaza is projected to increase.”

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The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, said Saturday that Gazans were “in extreme peril while the world watches on”.

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“No one can claim “I did not know” as the images, footage and voices of unspeakable suffering continue,” the UNRWA said on X.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for shutting down the UNRWA in a two-page document titled, The Day After Hamas, his vision for ‘future Gaza.’

<h2>Efforts underway to strike peace deal</h2>

The attacks came even as mediators met in Paris on Friday to discuss another potential truce between Israel and Hamas. Officials from the US, Egypt and Qatar gathered in Paris, along with Israel's spy chief.

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

(With inputs from agencies)

At least 103 people were killed in Gaza overnight as enclave’s Health Ministry claimed on Saturday (Feb 24) that the Israeli army targeted families and residential complexes.

At least 103 people were killed in Gaza overnight as enclave’s Health Ministry claimed on Saturday (Feb 24) that the Israeli army targeted families and residential complexes. With this, the death toll in Gaza has risen to 29,600. Nearly 70,000 people have been injured since the conflict began on October 7. Details of attack The Gazan health ministry claimed at least 10 attacks in residential areas, including the residence of popular Palestinian comedian Mahmoud Za'tar. The attacks resulted in at least 160 injuries, and left several critical. Israeli military helicopter reportedly fired towards the houses in Deir al-Balah area in central Gaza. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Palestinian leaders reject Israel's post-war Gaza plan × “I was against the idea of leaving Gaza, because I love Gaza and I don’t want to leave it, but they are forcing us to leave Gaza looking for safety,” Za'tar was quoted as saying by The National News. The attack on Za'tar’s house was alone responsible for at least 22 casualties and 50 injuries, the Hamas-run ministry claimed. Humanitarian crisis intensifies The relentless pounding of the strip has worsened food and water supplies in the enclave. On Friday (Feb 23), the UN humanitarian agency, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), said: “Without adequate food and water supplies, as well as health and nutrition services, the elevated risk of famine in Gaza is projected to increase.” Also read: Israel war: G20 has consensus for two-state solution, says Brazil The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, said Saturday that Gazans were “in extreme peril while the world watches on”. Also read: New Israeli settlements in West Bank `inconsistent` with international law: US “No one can claim “I did not know” as the images, footage and voices of unspeakable suffering continue,” the UNRWA said on X. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for shutting down the UNRWA in a two-page document titled, The Day After Hamas, his vision for ‘future Gaza.’ Efforts underway to strike peace deal The attacks came even as mediators met in Paris on Friday to discuss another potential truce between Israel and Hamas. Officials from the US, Egypt and Qatar gathered in Paris, along with Israel's spy chief. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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