World Central Kitchen has announced plans to resume its aid operations in Gaza on Monday, following the tragic deaths of seven of its workers in an Israeli airstrike on April 1. The attack interrupted the crucial flow of food into the war-torn strip, where many displaced residents are facing starvation. Prior to the airstrike, World Central Kitchen had distributed over 43 million meals in Gaza.
After the attack, many organizations withdrew their aid workers from the area and called for an investigation into the civilian deaths. The Israel Defense Forces have taken responsibility for the attack and are conducting an investigation into the incident. In response to the tragedy, President Joe Biden criticized Israel for not doing enough to protect civilians.
Despite the risks, World Central Kitchen is determined to resume its operations in Gaza, recognizing the urgent need for humanitarian assistance. The charity has vehicles and millions of meals ready to deliver through the Rafah Crossing and will be opening a new kitchen in the region named “Damian’s Kitchen” in memory of one of the workers killed in the airstrike. Chief Executive Officer Erin Gore emphasized the importance of continuing their mission to provide food to those in need, despite the challenges and dangers they face.
