Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Aid Convoy Kills Four

An Israeli airstrike on a humanitarian convoy in Gaza killed four Palestinians from a local transportation company contracted by the American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera). The convoy was delivering medical supplies and fuel to the Emirates Red Crescent Hospital and had been coordinated with Israeli authorities. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed the strike targeted armed individuals who had taken control of the lead vehicle, a claim disputed by Anera, which stated the men were unarmed and the attack occurred without prior warning. Despite the incident, the remaining convoy successfully delivered the aid to the hospital. The strike highlights the extreme dangers faced by aid workers in Gaza, who operate under constant threat amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The incident has drawn international criticism and raised concerns about the safety of humanitarian missions in the region.