UN launches probe into first international staff killed by unidentified strike in Rafah

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on May 15, 2024
The United Nations has initiated an inquiry into an unattributed attack on a UN vehicle in Rafah on Monday, marking the first instance of a UN international staff member being killed in Gaza since Oct 7. According to a spokesperson for the UN, the victim identified as retired Indian Army officer Waibhav Anil Kale, was employed...

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Published on May 14, 2024 -  03:04
Gaza war: Indian working with UN killed as vehicle comes under attack in Rafah | Oneindia
An Indian UN worker lost his life in Gaza after a targeted attack on a UN vehicle in Rafah, marking the first international casualty in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The incident highlights the risks faced by humanitarian workers in conflict zones. UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the attack, emphasising the need to protect humanitarian workers. Indian UN representative Ruchira Kamboj condemned civilian casualties and emphasised adherence to international law. The attack follows the UN's backing of Palestinian membership bid, with 143 countries, including India, voting for recognition, prompting a call for reconsideration by the Security Council after a US veto last month. #GazaWar #UNWorkerKilled #RafahAttack #UNVehicleAttack #UNSecurity #IsraelGazaWar #UN #DSSWorker #ConflictZone #HumanitarianSafety ~PR.152~ED.155~GR.124~HT.96~

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