ALBAWABA - Amir, a 5-year-old Palestinian boy, was recently shot dead by Israeli soldiers after receiving aid from US soldier Anthony Aguilar. The inhumane incident sparked outrage among human rights activists on social media.
Aguilar, who was working as a staff member for the GHF, appeared in a recent podcast recounting the inhumane scene. The US soldier described Amir as a frail child who walked barefoot for 12 kilometres to reach the GHF distribution point on May 28.
The US soldier revealed that after receiving a handful of rice and lentils from the ground, Amir kissed his hand and thanked him. However, after leaving with the rest of the Palestinians, Israeli soldiers fired gas and bullets towards the civilians, killing Amir.
Anthony Aguilar recalls the story of 5-year-old Palestinian Amir, killed at GHF aid point
Anthony Aguilar said during the podcast that Amir tried to escape while running away, scared from the pepper spray and tear gas shot by the Israeli soldiers. The US soldier then told the BBC, "I’ve never seen such brutality."
A UN-backed security agency revealed that "the worst-case scenario of famine" is currently unfolding in Gaza. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, the death toll in Gaza has surpassed the 60,000 mark, with over 147 deaths, including 88 children, due to starvation.
The ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, has also left more than 145,000 Palestinians injured.
