Australian aid worker says lack of progress after Zomi Frankcom's death is 'disappointing' in wake of new report
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian aid worker says lack of progress after Zomi Frankcom's death is 'disappointing' in wake of new report

ABC  

An Australian aid worker who regularly travels to Gaza says it is clear the changes that were promised in the wake of the attack on the World Central Kitchen workers have not been put in place effectively. 'Serious' IDF failures led to death of World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza Photo shows A woman wearing a cap stands in front of palm trees A government review into Israel's response to an air strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six others found "serious" procedural failures and errors in decision-making led to their deaths. "It's really disappointing because deconfliction works in other conflicts around the world, so there is no reason why it can't work in the Gaza Strip," she said. While the report into the WCK attack said the strike was "not knowingly or deliberately directed" at the aid workers, it recommended an "appropriate apology" be provided by the Israeli government. Australian aid worker's convoy hit by bullets Photo shows A crop of a square video, showing a blonde woman wearing a dark blue flak jacket.

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Australia to push global leaders to pledge to protect aid workers after Zomi Frankcom's death in Gaza
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia to push global leaders to pledge to protect aid workers after Zomi Frankcom's death in Gaza

ABC  

Foreign Minister Penny Wong will use a United Nations summit to push for a new declaration for the protection of humanitarian personnel, galvanised by the killing of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom in Gaza earlier this year. The Australian was one of seven aid workers killed in the attack, which the Israeli military described as a "mistake that followed a …

Australia blames 'serious failures' for lethal Israeli strike on aid convoy
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia blames 'serious failures' for lethal Israeli strike on aid convoy

The Hindu  

An Israeli strike that killed seven charity workers in a Gaza aid convoy was the result of "mistaken identification" and a raft of other serious failures, the Australian government found in a report released on Friday. Australian national Lalzawmi "Zomi" Frankcom was among a group of seven World Central Kitchen staff killed when their convoy — working to distribute food …

'Serious' IDF failures led to death of World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, Australian review finds
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Serious' IDF failures led to death of World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, Australian review finds

ABC  

A review into the death of Australian Zomi Frankcom and six aid workers has found the Israel Defense Forces' strike was a result of "serious failures to follow procedures". The seven aid workers killed in Israeli air strikes on Monday are described as "the best of humanity", as their loss is felt around the world and sends another chill through …

Head of US aid agency says Israel has pledged to improve safety for humanitarian workers in Gaza
8 months, 1 week ago

Head of US aid agency says Israel has pledged to improve safety for humanitarian workers in Gaza

Associated Press  

ASHDOD, Israel — The head of the U.S. agency overseeing American humanitarian assistance worldwide on Thursday said she has received Israeli pledges to allow aid workers to move more quickly and safely throughout the war-battered Gaza Strip. In an interview with The Associated Press, Samantha Power, administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development, said that Israel has also taken …

‘Dozens killed or injured in Israeli strikes’ on known Gaza aid locations
10 months ago

‘Dozens killed or injured in Israeli strikes’ on known Gaza aid locations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Israeli military did not comment about the details …

Australians join unauthorised activist mission to challenge Israeli blockade and deliver 5,500 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Australians join unauthorised activist mission to challenge Israeli blockade and deliver 5,500 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza

ABC  

Just weeks after aid worker Zomi Frankcom was killed in Israeli air strikes, three Australians are embarking on an unauthorised mission to deliver food and medical supplies to war-torn Gaza. Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Sunday that those who wish to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza should do so "through established channels". Israel began allowing …

Australian UNICEF aid worker Tess Ingram says her convoy was hit by bullets while delivering aid in Gaza
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian UNICEF aid worker Tess Ingram says her convoy was hit by bullets while delivering aid in Gaza

ABC  

In short : An Australian aid worker says a three-car convoy she was travelling in with colleagues was hit by bullets while delivering aid in Gaza. Aid worker safety concerns in Gaza This month, a series of Israeli air strikes killed seven international aid workers with World Central Kitchen, including Australian Zomi Frankcom, with the agency pausing its operations in …

Israel Defense Forces spokesperson defends strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six others
11 months, 1 week ago

Israel Defense Forces spokesperson defends strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six others

ABC  

In short: An IDF spokesperson has defended the actions that led to the death of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom. Israeli military spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner has launched a defence of the Israeli drone strikes that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, during an interview with 7.30 where he also said Israel was looking into whether a criminal investigation …

Israel vows to ramp up Gaza aid, admits ‘mistakes’ in aid workers' deaths
11 months, 1 week ago

Israel vows to ramp up Gaza aid, admits ‘mistakes’ in aid workers' deaths

Hindustan Times  

Israel came under mounting pressure Friday to step up aid to Gaza with its military admitting a series of "grave mistakes" when a drone killed seven aid workers in the embattled territory. Israel had announced earlier on Friday it would allow "temporary" aid deliveries into famine-threatened northern Gaza, hours after Washington warned of a sharp shift in its policy over …

Israel Dismisses 2 Officers Over Deadly Drone Strikes On Aid Workers In Gaza
11 months, 1 week ago

Israel Dismisses 2 Officers Over Deadly Drone Strikes On Aid Workers In Gaza

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING JERUSALEM — The Israeli military said Friday that it dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission, saying they had mishandled critical information and violated the army’s rules of engagement. More than 220 humanitarian workers have been killed in the conflict, …

Israel dismisses 2 officers over deadly drone strikes on aid workers in Gaza
11 months, 1 week ago

Israel dismisses 2 officers over deadly drone strikes on aid workers in Gaza

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — The Israeli military said Friday that it dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission, saying the officers had mishandled critical information and violated the army’s rules of engagement. World Central Kitchen called the investigation and disciplinary actions “important steps forward” — …

Gaza aid convoy attack: How has Israel, US and UK responded?
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Gaza aid convoy attack: How has Israel, US and UK responded?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. United Nations spokesperson Stephane Dujarric …

‘Not good enough’: Australian PM slams explanation for aid workers’ killing
11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Not good enough’: Australian PM slams explanation for aid workers’ killing

Al Jazeera  

Australian leader says he demanded ‘full accountability’ for Australian’s killing in call with Benjamin Netanyahu. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has slammed Israel’s explanation for the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza as “not good enough”, as outrage over the attack continues to reverberate globally. Albanese, who earlier this week described Frankcom’s killing as “beyond any reasonable circumstances”, on …

Israeli killing of aid workers condemned by international community
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Israeli killing of aid workers condemned by international community

China Daily  

Palestinians check a damaged vehicle after Israeli strikes in central Gaza Strip city of Deir el-Balah, on April 2, 2024. Australia's Foreign Minister, Penny Wong, speaking on ABC radio Tuesday said: "War time does not obviate responsibility for observing international law including aid workers." DFAT said in a Tuesday statement that Australia has been "very clear that we expect humanitarian …

'Misidentification' was behind Gaza air strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, Israeli military says
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'Misidentification' was behind Gaza air strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, Israeli military says

ABC  

In short: Israel has taken responsibility for a series of air strikes that killed several aid workers, including Australian Lalzawmi "Zomi" Frankcom, in Gaza earlier this week. Israel has taken responsibility for a series of air strikes that killed several aid workers, including Australian Lalzawmi "Zomi" Frankcom, in Gaza earlier this week. The Israeli air strike that killed seven aid …

Almost 200 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza. This is what organisations do to try to keep staff safe
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Almost 200 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza. This is what organisations do to try to keep staff safe

ABC  

At least 196 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza since October, according to the United Nations, which is calling on the Israeli government to allow aid agencies to "do their job". Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi said the strike was "not carried out with the intention of harming WCK aid workers". A friend and former colleague …

UK demands ‘transparent explanation’ after deaths of British aid workers in Gaza
11 months, 2 weeks ago

UK demands ‘transparent explanation’ after deaths of British aid workers in Gaza

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Prime Minister said he was “shocked and saddened” by reports that seven World …

Australian World Central Kitchen aid worker Zomi Frankcom killed by apparent Israeli air strike in Gaza
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian World Central Kitchen aid worker Zomi Frankcom killed by apparent Israeli air strike in Gaza

ABC  

In short: The government has confirmed Australian woman Zomi Frankcom was among a number of aid workers killed in Gaza The government has confirmed Australian woman Zomi Frankcom was among a number of aid workers killed in Gaza The World Central Kitchen charity says two armoured cars marked with the group's logo were hit by an Israeli air strike. Australia …

World recoils following Israeli attack on aid convoy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

World recoils following Israeli attack on aid convoy

Al Jazeera  

Seven killed including Palestinian, Australian, Canadian-US, Polish, and UK citizens in an Israeli air attack in central Gaza’s Deir el-Balah. United States-based aid group World Central Kitchen confirmed on Tuesday that its staff members were killed in a “targeted attack” by the Israeli military. DFAT said earlier in a statement that Australia has been “very clear that we expect humanitarian …

Wong sends message to Israeli ambassador after 'catastrophe' near Gaza aid trucks
1 year ago

Wong sends message to Israeli ambassador after 'catastrophe' near Gaza aid trucks

ABC  

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has asked her department to tell the Israeli ambassador Australia is "horrified" at reports that Israeli troops opened fire on Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza, killing more than 100. "Australia is horrified by today's catastrophe in Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis that has led to it," Senator Wong said in a social media post. …

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