Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reiterated Canberra’s call for accountability, marking two years since the death of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, who was killed in an Israeli strike while delivering humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
Frankcom was among seven personnel from World Central Kitchen killed in an incident in central Gaza on April 1, 2024. The case has continued to draw international attention amid ongoing concerns over the safety of humanitarian workers operating in conflict zones.
In a social media post, Wong stated that the Australian government continues to press for “full accountability, including any appropriate criminal charges,” and has called for transparency regarding Israel’s investigation into the incident. She emphasized that Canberra expects clear and credible updates on the findings related to the deaths of Frankcom and her colleagues.
Wong also noted that 110 countries have endorsed the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel, an initiative introduced by Australia at the United Nations following Frankcom’s death, aimed at strengthening safeguards for aid workers in conflict environments.
The Australian government’s renewed stance underscores ongoing diplomatic pressure for accountability mechanisms in incidents involving civilian and humanitarian casualties during armed conflicts, particularly in Gaza.