The General Directorate of Civil Defense in Gaza has strongly condemned the recent targeting of non-profit World Central Kitchen's aid workers in an Israeli airstrike, which resulted in the tragic deaths of seven individuals. The directorate held the Israeli government accountable for the incident and called for an immediate and fair investigation under the auspices of the United Nations Secretary-General.
World Central Kitchen, a vital organization providing aid and food to the people of Gaza, was praised for its significant role in securing essential supplies for those in need. The directorate emphasized the importance of protecting aid workers in accordance with international humanitarian law.
Expressing condolences to the families of the victims and the World Central Kitchen staff, the statement acknowledged the unwavering support of the organization for the Palestinian people during these challenging times.
The tragic event has sparked calls for enhanced protection of aid workers operating in conflict zones, highlighting the need for strict adherence to international legal standards.
According to reports from the aid group, at least seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen lost their lives in the Israeli airstrike. The Israel Defense Forces have stated that they are conducting a thorough review of the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
