At least 27 Palestinians were killed near a Gaza food distribution hub operated by a controversial U.S.-backed group, the enclave's Hamas-run health ministry says.

Palestinians on their way to receive aid from a distribution site in southern Gaza have come under fire for a third consecutive day, with nearly 30 people killed and dozens wounded, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health and Nasser hospital.

The 22-year-old Swedish activist is among 12 international volunteers sailing toward Gaza, aiming to break Israel’s blockade and draw global attention to what the UN calls an “unfolding famine” threatening 2.

Organizers say climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and other 11 activists set sail on Sunday afternoon for Gaza on a ship aimed at “breaking Israel’s siege” of the devastated territory.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and actor Liam Cunningham joined volunteers sailing to Gaza with relief supplies they say are 'limited' but 'symbolic'

As Israel intensifies its attacks on the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian crisis deepens, with civilians caught in the crossfire and vital health services destroyed.