In a recent statement, President Biden expressed his outrage and heartbreak over the deaths of seven food aid workers from the World Central Kitchen (WCK) in Gaza due to an Israeli airstrike. The nonprofit organization, founded by renowned chef Jose Andres, announced a temporary cessation of its operations in Gaza following the tragic incident.

The president called the deaths of the humanitarian workers a tragedy and stressed the need for a swift and transparent investigation to determine the circumstances and ensure accountability. He also criticized Israel for not doing enough to protect aid workers and civilians during the conflict in Gaza.

However, Biden's remarks have faced backlash from critics who accuse him of hypocrisy. They pointed out that the U.S. conducted a drone strike in Kabul, Afghanistan in August 2021, which resulted in the deaths of 10 civilians, just days after the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan led to the killing of 13 U.S. service members. Richard Goldberg, a senior adviser at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, criticized the president's posture towards Israel, suggesting that it may be part of a political campaign to appease the left wing.

Goldberg emphasized that both the United States and Israel are democracies with militaries that strive to uphold ethical standards. He also highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in democracies, contrasting it with the actions of adversaries who exploit such incidents for their own narrative.

The criticism of President Biden's comments extended to social media, with individuals like former State Department spokesperson Morgan Ortagus and Townhall.com contributor John Hasson questioning the lack of public accountability for the drone strike in Afghanistan.

Meanwhile, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, Israel Defense Forces chief of the general staff, expressed condolences to the families affected by the airstrike and conveyed sorrow to allied nations supporting those in need. The IDF has initiated a thorough investigation into the incident.

The National Security Council spokesperson, John Kirby, stated that there was no evidence to suggest an intentional targeting of the food aid workers, referring to the State Department's ongoing examination of incidents to ensure adherence to international humanitarian law.

The clash in reactions to President Biden's condemnation of the Israeli airstrike highlights the complex nature of conflicts and the challenges faced by nations in mitigating civilian casualties during wartime. The incident underscores the importance of transparent investigations and accountability to prevent similar tragedies in the future.