More Than 500 Palestinians Killed Since Israel Agreed to End Conflict, Human Rights Group Says
At least 510 Palestinians have been killed since the 79-day conflict in Gaza ended with a ceasefire brokered by the United States. The majority of these deaths were caused by Israeli forces, according to a report from the Palestinian human rights group Al-Haq.
Among those killed was Ammar Ayyad, a 28-year-old Palestinian who was shot dead by an Israeli sniper while filming a protest against the conflict. His death highlights the risks faced by Palestinians who take part in demonstrations, despite the ceasefire being touted as a truce.
Another victim was Mohammed Abdulhadi, a 32-year-old Palestinian journalist who was killed when his car was hit by a bullet fired from an Israeli tank near his home in Gaza City.
The report also details the story of Ali Abu Alia, a 38-year-old Palestinian man who died after being shot multiple times by Israeli soldiers during a protest in the Jabalia refugee camp. His family claimed that the soldiers had ignored their pleas for medical attention and had instead fled the scene.
These stories illustrate the human cost of the conflict, which has been marked by widespread violence and a lack of accountability from Israeli forces. The ceasefire may have brought an end to the fighting, but it has not addressed the underlying issues driving the conflict or ensured that those responsible for the deaths will be held accountable.
The report from Al-Haq serves as a reminder that even in times of relative calm, Palestinians continue to face significant risks and dangers. As one family member described after Ali Abu Alia's death: "We are still waiting for the justice we deserve."
At least 510 Palestinians have been killed since the 79-day conflict in Gaza ended with a ceasefire brokered by the United States. The majority of these deaths were caused by Israeli forces, according to a report from the Palestinian human rights group Al-Haq.
Among those killed was Ammar Ayyad, a 28-year-old Palestinian who was shot dead by an Israeli sniper while filming a protest against the conflict. His death highlights the risks faced by Palestinians who take part in demonstrations, despite the ceasefire being touted as a truce.
Another victim was Mohammed Abdulhadi, a 32-year-old Palestinian journalist who was killed when his car was hit by a bullet fired from an Israeli tank near his home in Gaza City.
The report also details the story of Ali Abu Alia, a 38-year-old Palestinian man who died after being shot multiple times by Israeli soldiers during a protest in the Jabalia refugee camp. His family claimed that the soldiers had ignored their pleas for medical attention and had instead fled the scene.
These stories illustrate the human cost of the conflict, which has been marked by widespread violence and a lack of accountability from Israeli forces. The ceasefire may have brought an end to the fighting, but it has not addressed the underlying issues driving the conflict or ensured that those responsible for the deaths will be held accountable.
The report from Al-Haq serves as a reminder that even in times of relative calm, Palestinians continue to face significant risks and dangers. As one family member described after Ali Abu Alia's death: "We are still waiting for the justice we deserve."