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by IMEMC News
April 13, 2026

A Palestinian man was shot and killed by Israeli forces on Sunday evening in the city of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, as the population continues to face severe shortages of food, fuel, and basic supplies under the ongoing blockade.

Medical sources confirmed that a 48‑year‑old Palestinian man was fatally shot near the intersection of Street 5 and Salahuddin Street in Khan Younis. The attack comes amid continued Israeli military presence and restrictions across the southern Gaza Strip.

The killing occurred as Gaza’s humanitarian situation deteriorates further, with residents struggling to obtain bread due to the ongoing Israeli restrictions on the entry of essential goods and fuel needed to operate the few remaining bakeries.

Long lines form daily at the limited distribution points, where families wait for hours to receive small quantities of bread that are insufficient for households already facing widespread hunger and a severe shortage of basic food items.

Economic conditions across the Gaza Strip have also worsened dramatically. With border crossings largely closed and the entry of goods heavily restricted, prices of essential commodities—especially vegetables—have surged beyond the reach of most families.