In response to an investigation into an aid delivery in Gaza on February 29, US Sen. Chris Van Hollen has urged the United States to conduct an independent investigation. The incident involved Israeli forces opening fire, resulting in more than 100 people killed and 700 injured.
Sen. Van Hollen emphasized the importance of full transparency and accountability in determining the events that transpired that night. He pointed out that several European countries, including the UK, Germany, France, and Italy, have already called for an independent investigation, and he believes it is time for the US to do the same.
Source analysis of numerous videos and testimonies from eyewitnesses has raised doubts about Israel's timeline of the events. Forensic and ballistic experts who reviewed the evidence found that automatic gunfire began before the Israel Defense Forces claimed the convoy had started crossing through the checkpoint. Additionally, shots were fired within close range of crowds that had gathered for food distribution.
The discrepancies in the accounts of the incident highlight the need for a thorough and impartial investigation to uncover the truth behind the tragic events in Gaza. Sen. Van Hollen's call for an independent inquiry aligns with the growing international demand for accountability and justice in this matter.
