Land Day is commemorated annually on March 30 by Palestinians to protest against the Israeli government's practices of expropriating Palestinian land. In 2018, this annual observance culminated in a large-scale protest along the Gaza-Israel border, where thousands of Palestinians gathered to advocate for their rights and highlight issues related to land ownership and access. The protest was part of a larger movement known as the Great March of Return, which began in 2018, aimed at seeking the right of return for Palestinian refugees and an end to the blockade of Gaza. The demonstrators erected tents along the border and called for an end to the Israeli occupation.The Israeli military's response was severe, with reports indicating that they used live ammunition against the protesters, leading to devastating casualties. On that day, 17 Palestinians were killed, and over 1,400 were reported as wounded. The use of force sparked outrage among human rights organizations and increased tensions in an already volatile region. As the protests intensified, so did international criticism of Israel's actions, raising questions about the IDF's rules of engagement in civilian demonstrations.