The recent deaths of seven World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza, along with the larger toll of more than 30,000 Palestinians and 200 humanitarian workers in the conflict, have sparked deep concern and sorrow among the international community.
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator expressed her condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those killed in the tragic incident. She also acknowledged Israel's commitment to conducting a thorough investigation into the strike that led to the deaths.
Emphasizing the need for swift accountability and transparency, the official stressed that the findings of the investigation must be made public. However, she also called for more proactive measures from the Israeli government to protect aid workers and civilians from the high levels of casualties resulting from military operations.
The official urged Israel to take concrete steps to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers, facilitate their activities, and enhance the delivery of aid to those in need. This includes opening additional land crossings, removing barriers to humanitarian assistance, and implementing measures to prevent further loss of life among aid workers and innocent civilians.
As the international community continues to monitor the situation in Gaza, the call for greater protection of humanitarian workers and civilians remains a top priority for ensuring the safety and well-being of all those affected by the conflict.
