Israeli Military Dismisses Officers For Roles In Strike That Killed Aid Workers

The Israeli military said it dismissed the two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in the drone strike, saying they had mishandled critical information and violated the army's rules of engagement.

The Israeli military announced that it dismissed two officers for their part in a recent strike.

On Monday an IDF attack resulted in the death of seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission. Among those dead were foreigners who worked under the ‘World Central Kitchen.’ The organization has been assisting civilians in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

The Israeli military said it dismissed the two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in the drone strike, saying they had mishandled critical information and violated the army’s rules of engagement.

The speed of the probe and the swift punishment of five senior officers were extremely unusual. However, Israel is facing large scrutiny over the fatal incident prompting rapid decisions to dismiss those found responsible.

Still, it’s unclear if the punishments and apologies would calm or reassure international aid groups that it’s safe to resume operations in Gaza.