The Associated Press has disavowed an attack on the Gaza Strip by Israel that blew up a building they were working out of. It is reported that they got out in time after being given an hour’s notice. Many are still furious, including Al Jazeera, who was also in the building.
Although the United States Government generally takes the side of Israel, it is reported that President Joe Biden spoke to Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu about the attack, and although tones are muted, we are speculating that the U.S. is not thrilled about the attack.
There are many mixed reactions from citizens of the U.S. and other nations about the events unfolding. Meanwhile, Jen Psaki recently tweeted this out:
“We have communicated directly to the Israelis that ensuring the safety and security of journalists and independent media is a paramount responsibility.”
We have communicated directly to the Israelis that ensuring the safety and security of journalists and independent media is a paramount responsibility.
— Jen Psaki (@PressSec) May 15, 2021
AP issued an official statement and also posted many other things on Twitter regarding the incident:
“The owner of a Gaza high-rise housing the AP and other media outlets says he has received a call from the Israeli military that the building would be targeted. The man said he was told to make sure all residents have evacuated.
BREAKING: Israeli airstrike flattens high-rise building that houses The Associated Press, Al-Jazeera and other media in Gaza City, about an hour after evacuation order.”
BREAKING: Israeli airstrike flattens high-rise building that houses The Associated Press, Al-Jazeera and other media in Gaza City, about an hour after evacuation order.https://t.co/V23sbhdEQw
— The Associated Press (@AP) May 15, 2021
“AP VIDEO: An Israeli airstrike destroyed a high-rise building in Gaza City that housed offices of The Associated Press and other media.
The White House says Israel has a “paramount responsibility” to ensure the safety of journalists covering the spiraling conflict.”
The White House says Israel has a “paramount responsibility” to ensure the safety of journalists covering the spiraling conflict.
— The Associated Press (@AP) May 15, 2021
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Many Americans don’t want the U.S. to get involved, but we still pray for peace and disavow any violence from any side. This is a developing story and we will update you as we are able to.
