World Central Kitchen Halts Gaza Operations Amid Controversy and Tragedy
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World Central Kitchen (WCK) has paused its operations in Gaza after an Israeli airstrike hit a vehicle carrying its staff, killing three employees. The Israel Defense Forces claimed the strike targeted a person involved in the October 7 attacks on Israel, who was allegedly employed by WCK. WCK stated it had no knowledge of any ties between its staff and the attacks. The incident has raised concerns and calls for investigation into the hiring practices of aid organizations in conflict zones.
- World Central Kitchen pauses Gaza work after car carrying staff hit by Israeli strike BBC.com
- Israel Accuses World Central Kitchen Worker of Role in Oct. 7 Attack The New York Times
- World Central Kitchen workers killed by Israeli airstrike, Gaza health ministry says NPR
- Israeli airstrikes on Gaza kill two aid workers Reuters
- Israel kills charity worker in Gaza saying he was Hamas militant The Guardian
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