German official calls for independent investigation into Israel’s killing of 15 aid workers

An independent investigation into Israel’s killing of paramedics "clearly marked with life jackets" in southern Gaza last month must be carried out, said German Federal Government Commissioner for Human Rights Policy and Humanitarian Assistance Luise Amtsberg.

“This alleged violation of international law must not go unpunished,” Amtsberg said in a message on social media platform Bluesky.

“The investigation must be carried out quickly and independently, and the perpetrators must be brought to justice as soon as possible. The Israeli government and judiciary have a duty here,” she said. "People are being targeted even though they are helping others in need."

Israel’s misrepresentation of the event is “once again” straining ties between Germany and Israel, Amtsberg added.