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The Israeli military has taken action against officers involved in drone strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers. The officers were dismissed and reprimanded for mishandling critical information and violating rules of engagement. This admission by Israel comes amid accusations of not doing enough to protect civilians in the conflict with Hamas. The investigation found that the officers failed to properly identify threats before authorizing the deadly strikes. The swift punishment of the officers is unusual, but questions remain about accountability and future operations in Gaza. The international outcry over the deaths of aid workers highlights the need for systemic change and independent investigations.

Israeli Military Admits Mistakes in Drone Strikes that Killed Aid Workers in Gaza

In a startling revelation, the Israeli military has admitted to making grave errors in drone strikes that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers in Gaza. The incident, which took place during a food-delivery mission, has sparked international outrage and calls for accountability.

Embarrassing Admission

The Israeli military announced on Friday that it had dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in the deadly drone strikes. The investigation, conducted by a retired general, found that critical information was mishandled and the army’s rules of engagement were violated.

International Criticism

Israel has faced mounting accusations from key allies, including the U.S., of not doing enough to protect civilians in Gaza during its conflict with Hamas. The findings of the investigation are likely to renew skepticism over the Israeli military’s decision-making and conduct during the war.

Swift Punishment

The swift punishment of the five senior officers involved in the drone strikes is highly unusual, as investigations into military wrongdoing are often slow and inconclusive. Human rights activists have long criticized the Israeli military for operating with impunity, but the quick actions taken in this case signal a willingness to address the mistakes.

Call for Systemic Change

While the World Central Kitchen workers’ charity welcomed the investigation and disciplinary actions as “important steps forward,” they also called for systemic change within the military to prevent future tragedies. The charity emphasized the need for an independent investigation to ensure accountability.

Violations of Rules of Engagement

The investigation revealed that the drone strikes on the aid workers’ convoy were authorized based on faulty information and a mistaken identification of a potential threat. The army admitted that targets must be visually identified as threats for multiple reasons before being hit, a protocol that was not followed in this case.

Continued International Outcry

Despite the military’s apology and disciplinary actions, the deaths of the aid workers have sparked continued international outcry. The incident has raised questions about the safety of humanitarian operations in Gaza and the need for greater accountability in military actions.

Tragic Loss

The seven aid workers killed in the drone strikes were distributing food in Gaza through a humanitarian mission coordinated with the military. Their deaths have been condemned by Israel’s allies and have highlighted the dangers faced by humanitarian workers in conflict zones.

More than 220 humanitarian workers have been killed in the conflict, according to the U.N., underscoring the need for greater protection of aid workers and accountability for military actions in war zones.

For more updates on the Israel-Hamas conflict, visit AP’s Israel-Hamas war coverage.