In recent days, Israel has intensified its military operations across the occupied Palestinian territories, coinciding with its ongoing conflict with Iran.
In Gaza, Israeli troops have killed at least 16 Palestinians on Thursday while they attempted to secure food, following a grim pattern of violence.
On Wednesday, at least 29 Palestinians lost their lives, and on Tuesday, a devastating 70 were killed at a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) aid distribution site in Khan Younis.
Survivors reported the use of drones, machine gun fire, and tanks in these attacks.
Similar incidents occurred on Monday, with 38 deaths in Rafah, and on Sunday, 17 fatalities in southern and central Gaza.
The GHF, a joint Israeli and United States-backed initiative staffed by private security contractors, replaced UN-led relief efforts in May, yet it has witnessed repeated violence, with dozens killed at its sites on at least eight occasions.
This escalation has raised concerns about the militarization of humanitarian aid, pushing Palestinians into a dire choice between starvation and risking their lives for food.
Since Israel launched attacks on Iran on June 13, global attention has shifted away from the plight of Palestinians, allowing Israel to sustain its aggressive campaign.
In the West Bank, a stringent lockdown has been imposed, with entrances to villages and cities blocked by Israeli forces and an increased number of military checkpoints.
This has severely restricted movement, fueling fears of disrupted livelihoods and shortages of basic necessities amid a reported fuel crisis.
Additionally, Israeli troops have conducted deadly raids, storming homes east of Ramallah on June 18, warning former detainees of re-arrest, and assaulting residents.
Over the past week, dozens of Palestinians have been expelled from their homes, including a refugee camp near Nablus, while at least 60 were arrested between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, according to the Wafa Palestinian news agency.
The lockdown and raids have compounded the humanitarian crisis, with several homes in the West Bank converted into military posts after residents were forcibly removed.
Local media reported that Israeli forces wounded several Palestinians during house searches, even stealing money and gold.
Analysts suggest Israel is exploiting the diverted global focus to perpetrate further violence, particularly as the war with Iran continues.
The situation has left Palestinians grappling with survival, with many expressing fears of increased aggression once the Iran conflict concludes.
The ongoing siege and violence have pushed the region into a state of heightened tension, with the international community’s attention elsewhere raising concerns about the future of Palestinian rights and safety.