World Central Kitchen Halts Operations Following Israeli Airstrike That Killed Aid Workers
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five, including World Central Kitchen aid workers, prompting the charity to suspend operations in the region.
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Summary
A recent Israeli airstrike in Gaza targeted a vehicle affiliated with World Central Kitchen, resulting in the deaths of three aid workers and two others. The Israeli military claims the operation was aimed at a militant involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. World Central Kitchen, heartbroken by the incident, announced the suspension of its humanitarian efforts in Gaza. This strike follows a previous incident in April where several of its workers were killed, raising concerns about the safety of aid delivery in conflict zones and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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