GHF said the deadly episode followed a pattern of recent disruptions at its aid centers, fueled by misinformation about distribution schedules. The group pointed to false messages shared on Telegram and other social media platforms, that incorrectly claimed aid was available at locations that were either closed or inactive.
Just hours before the incident, GHF had issued a warning in Arabic via Facebook, urging residents to disregard unofficial posts and rely solely on its verified channels for accurate updates.