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Today, Explained

Israel’s attack on World Central Kitchen

Apr 4, 2024
Stephen Kalin, a Wall Street Journal reporter, shares gripping firsthand accounts of the tragic attack that claimed the lives of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza. Jeremy Konyndyk, President of Refugees International, discusses the dire humanitarian implications of the escalating violence, emphasizing the critical need for aid and protection for humanitarian workers. They delve into the urgent food crisis in Gaza, pressing for policy changes to address the humanitarian disaster while advocating for a ceasefire to restore essential services.
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  • World Central Kitchen faced tragic loss highlighting risks in conflict zones.
  • Urgent need for a Gaza ceasefire to prevent famine crisis escalation.

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World Central Kitchen's Aid Operations in Gaza

World Central Kitchen initiated aid operations in Gaza through sea routes from Cyprus due to the desperate aid situation. The organization, led by Chef Jose Andres, provided food, including flour, rice, and meals, in significant quantities to alleviate hunger in Gaza. However, tragic incidents led to the loss of seven aid workers, highlighting the dangers faced by humanitarian workers in conflict zones.

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