Foreign Aid Workers Killed in Israeli Strike While Delivering Food to Gaza
In a tragic turn of events, foreign nationals, including aid workers from World Central Kitchen, were killed in an Israeli military strike while delivering food to Gaza. The convoy was hit despite coordinating movements with the IDF in a deconflicted zone. The casualties include a dual US-Canada national, individuals from Australia, Poland, the United Kingdom, and a Palestinian.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledged the unintentional targeting of the aid workers and expressed condolences. World Central Kitchen has paused operations and is assessing the future of its work in Gaza. The charity, known for providing meals to disaster-stricken regions, has faced criticism for the attack.
Australian, Polish, and Palestinian nationals were among those killed in the airstrike. Hamas condemned the attack and called for action from the international community and the United Nations. Other charities mourned the losses and praised World Central Kitchen’s commitment to helping those in need.
This incident is not the first time aid workers in Gaza have been targeted by Israeli forces, with a high number of casualties reported in the past. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deadly airstrike. The tragic deaths of these aid workers serve as a reminder of the dangers faced by those who selflessly serve others in conflict zones.
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