The Israeli military announced on Tuesday that it is conducting an investigation into a deadly strike on aid workers from World Central Kitchen (WCK) at the highest levels. The incident involved an Israeli airstrike that resulted in the deaths of at least seven aid workers who were part of a team delivering food to civilians in Gaza.
According to reports from WCK and authorities in Gaza, among those killed were individuals from various countries including the United States, Canada, Australia, Poland, the United Kingdom, and a Palestinian national. The IDF spokesperson stated that they are working diligently to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and how it occurred.
The IDF expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the entire World Central Kitchen family. The military has assured a thorough and transparent investigation into the events, with a commitment to sharing the findings openly.
The IDF spokesperson emphasized the importance of learning from this tragedy to prevent similar incidents in the future. The military also extended sincere apologies to allied nations who have been actively involved in providing assistance to those in need.
As the investigation progresses, the IDF aims to provide clarity on the situation and take necessary steps to minimize the risk of such events happening again. The commitment to transparency and accountability remains a top priority for the Israeli military in handling this unfortunate incident.
