Israeli forces are accused of firing on Palestinians in Gaza amid their rush for food, resulting in over 30,000 deaths including more than 100 killed in a recent incident.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin cited over 25,000 women and children dead since Oct. 7, a figure later clarified to represent total war casualties, not just women and children.

The Biden administration has been criticized for its arms support to Israel, providing over 21,000 precision-guided munitions during the conflict.

Israeli military asserts that a 'stampede' led to the casualties, while the Biden administration demands an immediate investigation.

Portuguese Foreign Minister João Gomes Cravinho calls for a ceasefire and safe humanitarian access, echoing the International Court of Justice's provisional measures.

The Israeli army denies targeting a humanitarian convoy but acknowledges the use of live ammunition on a crowd.

The UN Secretary-General has condemned the violence and stressed the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza.

Efforts to negotiate a ceasefire have been jeopardized, with Hamas threatening to abandon negotiations, and the UN Security Council holds emergency consultations.