Statement on the killing of two Israeli Embassy workers in Washington

IsraAID is shocked by the killing of two Israeli embassy workers outside an AJC-hosted event in Washington D.C. where IsraAID colleagues were the keynote speakers. Our hearts are with their families and loved ones in the face of this senseless loss. May their memory be a blessing.

This event with our partners at the Multi Faith Alliance focused on bringing humanitarian aid to Gaza through Israeli-Palestinian and regional collaboration. We, and all the attendees, gathered in the interest of finding practical solutions to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and showing that working together is the only way forward for all the people in the region. The brutal and tragic irony that such an event – motivated by humanitarian principles – was targeted for more violence is heartbreaking. We unequivocally condemn this attack.

As both an independent Israel-based NGO and international humanitarian aid group, IsraAID has played a key role in bringing relevant actors to the table throughout the conflict – Israelis, Palestinians and INGOs – with the aim of averting a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. Alongside working hand-in-hand with Israeli communities attacked on October 7 to rebuild their lives, we have worked day-and-night with partners to facilitate and support bringing essential aid and medical support to crisis-affected people in Gaza.

IsraAID remains committed to the pursuit of a future where communities living through crisis have the strength, support, and opportunities they need to build a more resilient tomorrow – regardless of race, nationality, or creed.

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Further information is available on request, including interviews with IsraAID CEO Yotam Polizer. 

CONTACT:
 
Shachar May
Email: [email protected]  

Notes:

IsraAID is a leading international humanitarian non-governmental organization, based in Israel. Since 2001, IsraAID has become synonymous with a rapid response to humanitarian crises and a long-term commitment to working with affected communities. During and after emergencies, IsraAID partners with communities to re-build their lives – and their futures – together. As of March 2025, IsraAID has responded to more than 100 emergencies, in more than 65 countries.