Gaza Father Shot Dead While Seeking Aid: Family's Heartbreaking Grief

Mourning in Gaza: Family Grieves After Father's Killing Near Aid Distribution Point Tragedy struck a Palestinian family in Khan Yunis, Gaza, on June 9, 2025, when their father, Khaled Doghmah, was fatally shot by Israeli soldiers near an aid distribution site in Rafah. The incident occurred amidst heightened tensions in the region. Khaled, a 36-year-old father of five, was reportedly on his way to collect food for his children when he was shot in the head. His wife, Sanaa Doghmah, recounted the devastating events, stating, "After two hours, they told me Khaled was dead, shot right in the head. What could I do? He had no plane, no rockets, nothing." The video powerfully captures the family's grief and the outpouring of emotion from those gathered to mourn. The children's cries are particularly heartbreaking, underscoring the human cost of the conflict. Sanaa’s words highlight the frustration and despair felt by Palestinians facing such violence. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.