Hell on a Gaza Market: Israeli Drones Kill 18 People!
Is this a new war crime or just another day in the endless conflict? On June 27, Israeli drones launched a deadly strike on a market in central Gaza, in the city of Deir el-Balah, killing at least 18 Palestinians. Among the victims were members of Hamas police units, disguised in civilian clothes and masks, trying to stop vendors from selling goods allegedly looted from humanitarian aid trucks.
What exactly happened?
Eyewitnesses report that Israeli drones fired missiles at Hamas police officers on the market. Video footage shows horrific scenes: bodies lying on the ground, terrified shoppers, and ambulances rushing to help the wounded. A doctor from Al-Aksa hospital in Deir el-Balah confirmed that 18 bodies were brought to the morgue.
Who was targeted and why?
It is unclear how many of the dead were police officers, but the Ministry of Interior under Hamas control condemned the attack as a “new crime” aimed at the police unit responsible for maintaining public order. This strike came just as the World Health Organization (WHO) delivered its first medical shipment to Gaza after months of blockade — nine trucks carrying medical supplies, units of blood, and plasma.
A worsening humanitarian disaster
Gaza has been under siege and blockade for years, and every new attack deepens the humanitarian crisis. Humanitarian foundations have been forced to temporarily halt aid distribution due to mass casualties and incidents near their points. This attack only worsened the situation, leaving hundreds in fear and without basic necessities.
The war that never ends
This is not an isolated incident. Just days earlier, on June 21, at least 21 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip. Israel estimates the damage from a 12-day war with Iran at three billion dollars, while conflicts continue in other parts of the region.
What do global players say?
WHO emphasized that the delivery of medical aid to Gaza was carried out “despite high-risk conditions.” However, the international community still fails to stop the bloodshed. While the world turns its attention elsewhere, people in Gaza continue to lose their lives in markets, homes, and streets.
Conclusion: Who’s next?
Israeli drone strikes on civilian targets and police units in Gaza are not just numbers in the news. These are human lives, families suffering, and communities breaking apart. As the war drags on, the question remains: how many more innocents must die before the world acts?
If you think this is just another news story, think again. Share your thoughts — maybe together we can find some answers.
New crime or just war reality? Drop your two cents, maybe we’ll figure it out together.
