Tragic Loss: Aid Worker Killed in Gaza Airstrike

An employee of the international aid organization Save the Children was killed during an Israeli airstrike on Gaza's Khan Younis. This marks the second such loss for the organization since the conflict began in October 2023, highlighting the ongoing dangers in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Cairo | Updated: 01-12-2024 02:40 IST | Created: 01-12-2024 02:40 IST
Tragic Loss: Aid Worker Killed in Gaza Airstrike
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International aid organization Save the Children has reported the death of a staff member following an Israeli airstrike on Gaza's Khan Younis on Saturday. This incident marks the second time an employee of the organization has lost their life since the conflict erupted in October 2023.

The ongoing tensions in the region pose significant risks to humanitarian workers attempting to fulfill their roles, as evidenced by this latest tragedy. The organization has expressed grief and concern over the escalating violence and its impact on civilian lives.

Save the Children continues to advocate for the protection of aid workers and civilians, stressing the urgent need for a ceasefire and renewed peace talks to prevent further loss of life and ensure the safety of those delivering essential humanitarian aid.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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