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Gaza residents mourn aid worker killed in Israeli strike
Residents in Gaza held a funeral for an aid worker who organized public screenings of World Cup matches. The worker was killed during an Israeli military operation.
Jul 9, 3:51 PM·1m read4 sources
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Gaza residents gathered for the funeral of an aid worker killed during an Israeli strike. The worker had organized public screenings of World Cup football matches for local communities.
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Funeral proceedings Mourners carried the body through Gaza City streets before burial. Local residents described the screenings as community events that drew crowds during match days. The aid worker's role included coordinating viewing sites and managing logistics for the public events. No further details on the circumstances of the strike were provided in the report.
Background on screenings Public World Cup screenings had taken place at multiple locations across Gaza in recent weeks. The events were open to residents without charge. Organizers used generators and large screens to broadcast matches when electricity was limited. Attendance varied by location and security conditions.
