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"American Father's Unforgivable Loss: Israel's Targeting of Aid Workers in Gaza"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent

Jacob Flickinger, an American father and aid worker with World Central Kitchen, was among seven aid workers killed in an IDF airstrike in Gaza while delivering food. Flickinger, a dual US-Canadian citizen, leaves behind a one-year-old son and partner. The attack has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with WCK CEO Erin Gore condemning it as "unforgivable" and President Joe Biden expressing outrage and heartbreak. The incident has prompted demands for improved deconfliction processes to protect civilians and aid workers, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promising a thorough investigation.

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"World Central Kitchen Team Members Killed in Gaza Spark Outrage in Biden White House"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

American-Canadian aid worker Jacob Flickinger, along with six colleagues from World Central Kitchen, was killed by an Israeli airstrike while delivering food in Gaza. The nonprofit paused its operations in the Palestinian territory, increasing the risk of famine. The CEO called the airstrike "unforgivable," while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted responsibility, calling it an "unintentional" hit. World leaders criticized Israel for the deadly strike, with President Joe Biden saying Israel has not done enough to protect aid workers. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of more than 180 aid workers, making it one of the most deadly conflicts for humanitarian volunteers and workers.

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