Gaza Food Crisis: Desperate Crowd Storms UN Warehouse, Leaving Two Dead

Gaza Food Crisis: Desperate Crowd Storms UN Warehouse, Two Dead A chaotic scene unfolded in Deir Al-Balah, Gaza, on May 28, 2025, as hundreds of starving people overwhelmed a UN food warehouse. The incident, captured on video, shows the desperate measures people are resorting to amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The World Food Programme (WFP) confirmed the event, stating that "Hordes of hungry people stormed the warehouse," highlighting the severity of the food shortages. The video shows the crowd breaking into the warehouse and carrying away bags of food. Faint sounds of gunfire can be heard in the background. According to initial reports, two people died and several others were injured during the incident. The exact circumstances surrounding the deaths and injuries remain unclear. The WFP is currently investigating the matter. "We are deeply concerned about this tragic event and are working to understand the full circumstances," a WFP spokesperson said. The video serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for humanitarian aid in Gaza. The ongoing conflict and economic hardship have left many residents struggling to meet their basic needs. The incident underscores the vulnerability of the population and the critical need for increased international support to alleviate the suffering.