Israel’s habit of targeting and killing humanitarian workers
Speaking to Channel 12, a senior Israeli official echoed the fears that the incident could be a turning point in the war.
Channel 12 reported that Israeli officials fear the WCK deaths and disruptions to aid deliveries will exacerbate famine concerns. Other aid agencies may also stop their operations, which would leave Israel forced to choose between taking over food distribution — effectively making it a military governor of Gaza — or ending the war.
A senior political source told Channel 12 that there are concerns the incident could deeply impact the war, racking up the pressure on Israel to end the conflict before it has achieved its stated goals of destroying Hamas and freeing the hostages.
Those fears appeared to quickly be coming to pass with groups suspending aid and boats full of desperately needed food sailing away from Gaza. [Continue reading…]