15 Aid Workers Found in Gaza Mass Grave Amid Ongoing Violence

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to a tragic Eid al-Fitr for Palestinians, with reports of severe humanitarian crises as Israeli bombings continue. Recently, the bodies of 15 emergency and aid workers from the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, Civil Defense, and the United Nations were discovered buried in a mass grave in Rafah, allegedly killed by Israeli forces while performing rescue operations. U.N. officials confirmed that these workers, clearly marked as aid personnel, were targeted and buried under rubble, raising serious concerns about violations of international humanitarian law. Jonathan Whittall of the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs condemned the actions, highlighting the brutal nature of the assaults. The Israeli military has acknowledged an inquiry into the incident, citing that vehicles were fired upon for approaching a military area without coordination. The situation remains dire, with calls for accountability and increased safety measures for humanitarian workers in the region.