The chapter details a deadly airstrike on a convoy from World Central Kitchen in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of seven aid workers. It explores the coordination efforts between World Central Kitchen and the Israeli military, the aftermath of the attack, and the reactions from various parties. Questions are raised about the reasons behind the airstrike, the identity of the convoy, and calls for investigations and changes to protect aid workers in conflict zones.
The Israeli airstrike that killed seven workers delivering food in Gaza has touched off global outrage and condemnation.
Kim Severson, who covers food culture for The Times, discusses the World Central Kitchen, the aid group at the center of the story; and Adam Rasgon, who reports from Israel, explains what we know about the tragedy so far.
Guest: Kim Severson, a food correspondent for The New York Times.
Adam Rasgon, an Israel correspondent for The New York Times.
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