The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a pause in the movement of its employees in the Gaza Strip “until further notice” after one of its vehicles was hit by gunfire just metres from an Israeli-controlled checkpoint.

UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric blamed Israel for the attack, telling reporters in New York that the “clearly marked” humanitarian vehicle was “struck 10 times” by Israeli gunfire, including with bullets targeting front windows.

Five of the bullets were on the driver’s side and some on the windscreen.

Dujarric said the convoy’s movements had been coordinated with the Israeli military and it had clearance to approach.

  • @saltesc
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    8716 days ago

    the “clearly marked” humanitarian vehicle

    They’re white. Except for the massive black markings. I don’t think it can get much more obvious without bringing beacons and a sky writing display in.

    UN prepares the extra angry pen for this letter

    • @IndustryStandardOP
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      7616 days ago

      The Israeli forces made sure to avoid hitting marked UN panels. WFP forgot to draw text on their windows.

      • @[email protected]
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        1315 days ago

        I have no idea how they could possiblytry to pass this off as even remotely acceptable, but I’m also quite sure they’ll try.

      • @Wispy2891
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        915 days ago

        UN? I clearly read “HAMAS” on the sides of that car