The site was part of an aid mechanism introduced by Israel on May 27, ostensibly to facilitate humanitarian access. However, the incident is widely seen as another example of the mounting pattern of strikes on Palestinians attempting to access life-saving aid. Medical sources reported that nine Palestinians were killed in two separate attacks in Gaza City, while four others, including a child, were killed in Jabalia, northern Gaza. Critics, including UN officials and humanitarian organisations, argue that the mechanism bypasses established international aid channels and exposes civilians to further harm. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) confirmed on Tuesday that it had withdrawn from the controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).