During a recent phone call with President Joe Biden, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took responsibility for the deaths of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). A senior administration official revealed that Netanyahu assured Biden of implementing measures to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.
Netanyahu informed Biden of Israel's commitment to enhancing the tracking of non-profit workers operating in Gaza. The US president expressed his support for these efforts, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the safety of humanitarian workers in conflict zones.
While the specifics of the investigation into the incident were not discussed during the call, the White House has condemned the attack that claimed the lives of the aid workers, including a dual American-Canadian citizen. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and prompted calls for accountability.
The dialogue between Netanyahu and Biden underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for transparency and accountability in addressing such tragic events. Both leaders have pledged to work together to prevent similar incidents in the future and uphold the safety and security of humanitarian workers.
