Gazan man dead as Israeli artillery strikes peaceful protestors

DAMASCUS, SYRIA (10:25 A.M)- One man has been killed and 2 severely injured, as an Israeli artillery shell hit a site East of Khan Younis (Gaza Strip). Israel has taken an instantly violent response to what has been called ‘The Great Return March’.

Omar Waheed Samour, 27 years old, was killed when an Israeli artillery strike targeted him. Two others were reported to have been severely injured in the strike.

Israeli snipers have also been recorded to have targeted and shot, more than 10 peaceful protestors. Statistics are subject to update, as the day progresses.

Today is the first day of a demonstration, set to take place until Nakba Day (15th of May).