In a statement on Wednesday, Biden said he was "outraged and heartbroken" over the incident, criticizing Israel for failing to safeguard aid personnel.
"Israel had not done enough to protect aid workers trying to deliver desperately needed help to civilians," Biden remarked, urging for a swift and transparent investigation to ensure accountability. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has extended apologies for the fatalities, which have also prompted World Central Kitchen to halt its operations in the region.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, alongside leaders from Australia, Poland, and Canada, has echoed the call for a thorough independent investigation.
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According to reports, the Israeli military has committed to an independent probe into the attack, described by IDF chief of general staff Herzi Halevi as a "grave mistake" resulting from misidentification.
WCK, founded by chef José Andrés, has been a critical provider of aid to Gaza, serving millions of meals constituting over 60% of non-governmental aid in the region.
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Source: PAP, BBC