What we know about the seven aid workers killed in Gaza airstrike
Wednesday, 3 April 2024 Seven aid workers were killed in an Israeli airstrike while delivering food to besieged Palestinians in Gaza with the charity World Central Kitchen (WCK).
Seven aid workers, including three Britons, who were killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza have been named. British victims John Chapman, 57, James “Jim” Henderson, 33, and James Kirby, 47, were deployed as part of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) security team. Mr Henderson was a former Royal...
In the heart of the night, tragedy unfolded in Gaza's central Nuseirat refugee camp as the relentless conflict between Israel and Gaza took another devastating turn. At least 20 lives were tragically cut short in an Israeli airstrike, shattering the peace of the Hassan family home. Hospital authorities confirmed the grim toll on Sunday, marking yet another painful chapter in the ongoing violence gripping the region. Additionally, air raids targeted the vicinity of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, located in the northern region of Gaza, adding to the already devastating toll of casualties.
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Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz has issued a stark ultimatum, threatening to resign unless Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlines a comprehensive post-war strategy for the Gaza Strip by 8 June. Gantz demands a plan to achieve six key strategic goals, including ending Hamas rule in Gaza and establishing a multinational civilian administration for the territory.
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Join us as we pay tribute to First Sergeants Nachman Meir Haim Vaknin and Noam Bittan, who lost their lives in combat in the southern Gaza Strip. Their dedication and sacrifice remind us of the ongoing challenges faced by IDF troops as they defend Israel's security against terrorist threats.
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The Israeli Air Force struck over 70 targets in Gaza, including weapon depots and terror group infrastructure. Ground forces killed operatives and located rocket launchers in Rafah and Jabaliya. This marks a significant breakthrough for Israel in Rafah, despite international concerns about a high-casualty operation affecting hostage negotiations. A senior Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative was also killed.
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The funeral of British aid worker James Kirby has taken place today at St Mary Redcliffe Church in Bristol. Mr Kirby, 47, was one of seven World Central Kitchen (WCK) workers killed in an Israeli drone attack in Gaza in April. His cousin Adam McGuire read a family tribute during the service, saying: “James’ decision to venture to Gaza, driven by his innate desire to help others, exemplified his selflessness and courage.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
2 Israeli Officers Are Dismissed , Over Drone Strikes on Aid Workers in Gaza.
Seven World Central Kitchen workers were killed
by Israel's airstrikes in Gaza on April 1, AP reports. .
The strikes were condemned by some of the nation's
closest allies, including President Joe Biden.
The strikes were condemned by some of the nation's
closest allies, including President Joe Biden.
Israel has not done enough to protect
aid workers trying to deliver
desperately needed help to civilians, President Joe Biden, via statement.
The United States has repeatedly
urged Israel to deconflict their
military operations against Hamas
with humanitarian operations, in
order to avoid civilian casualties, President Joe Biden, via statement.
On April 5, the Israeli military announced
that two officers in connection with
the incident have been dismissed. .
Three other officers have been reprimanded.
The Israeli military determined that each of the officers "mishandled critical information and violated the army's rules of engagement," AP reports. .
It’s a tragedy, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, spokesman
for the Israeli military, via statement.
It’s a serious event that we are
responsible for and it shouldn’t
have happened and we will make
sure that it won’t happen again, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, spokesman
for the Israeli military, via statement.
World Central Kitchen referred to the probe and disciplinary actions as "important steps forward,".
but called out the army for
failing to follow its own protocols.
Without systemic change, there will
be more military failures, more
apologies and more grieving families, World Central Kitchen, via statement.
Nearly a third of the people in Gaza
are facing starvation, AP reports.
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An Israeli inquiry into the airstrike that claimed lives of seven aid workers in Gaza found serious military errors, resulting in two officers being dismissed and senior commanders reprimanded. The military mistakenly targeted World Central Kitchen's vehicles, believing they belonged to Hamas. Visibility issues in the dark hindered the identification of aid workers' logos.
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Islamic Resistance in Iraq launched a drone attack on a strategic site in Israel's port of Eilat, targeting a vital installation. The group released a video showing the moment of the strike, claiming it as part of their ongoing struggle against the Israeli regime. This marks the first use of Al-Arfad suicide drones in operations against Israel. The frequency of such attacks has increased since the renewed Israeli offensive in Gaza. The resistance group pledged to continue targeting and destroying important Israeli installations.
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Centrist member of Israel's three-member war cabinet, Benny Ganz, threatened to resign if the government does not adopt his six-point plan for the Gaza operation by 8 June.
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Gaza's resistance against Israeli occupation continues into its 32nd week, with the people of Gaza and their defenders confronting a severely imbalanced and brutal conflict. Abu Obeida, spokesperson for Hamas' military wing, al-Qassam Brigades, emphasised the unwavering resolve and fierce defence mounted against Israeli forces.
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A three-year-old Palestinian girl with an ultra-rare genetic condition has been forced backwards in her quest to leave Gaza for life-saving treatment. Sky News
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