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Middle EastPublished: 12 July 2026 at 00:37

Palestinian aid worker who organized World Cup screenings killed in Israeli strike

Mohammed al-Wahidi, a beloved aid worker in Gaza, was killed by an Israeli airstrike while en route to a World Cup screening he had organized.

Palestinians are mourning Mohammed al-Wahidi, a beloved aid worker who was killed in an Israeli airstrike. He was on his way to a World Cup screening event that he himself had organized.

Al-Wahidi was known for his humanitarian work and community organizing. The World Cup screenings he arranged provided a rare opportunity for residents of Gaza to enjoy an international sporting event. The airstrike occurred as he traveled to the screening.

His death has sparked widespread grief in the local community. He is remembered as a dedicated individual who devoted his life to helping others and bringing joy. The circumstances of the strike are still being investigated, but the incident has once again highlighted concerns about civilian safety in the conflict.

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