Ayman Safadi condemns Israeli airstrike that killed 7 humanitarian aid workers Officials call for immediate ceasefire, greater collaboration on supply of aid AMMAN: Jordan’s foreign minister spoke to his Australian counterpart on Thursday to express his condolences for the death of an Australian aid worker in an Israeli airstrike and discuss the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza. During his telephone call with Penny Wong, Ayman Safadi condemned the attack on a convoy of vehicles carrying workers linked to the World Central Kitchen charity, describing it as a war crime, the Jordan News Agency reported. The ministers agreed on the need to protect humanitarian workers and open up crossings to ensure the timely delivery of aid to all areas of the Gaza Strip. The talks were held as Jordan carried out its 218th airdrop to the embattled enclave. Safadi also spoke to Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa on Thursday and expressed his gratitude to Tokyo for resuming its funding for UNRWA, the UN agency that supports Palestinian refugees. He said the agency provided a lifeline for more than 2 million Palestinians facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis and thanked Japan for its renewed support. The ministers agreed on the need for greater collaboration and the development of effective mechanisms to ensure humanitarian aid is delivered to all parts of Gaza. They also reiterated the importance of upholding international law and humanitarian principles during the crisis. The Royal Jordanian Air Force, in conjunction with the US, UAE, Egypt, Germany and Netherlands, on Thursday conducted 10 airdrops into Gaza, providing food and clothing for the upcoming Eid holiday. The Jordanian army reiterated its commitment to providing support, including an air bridge from Marka Airport in Amman to El-Arish International Airport in North Sinai that facilitates both airdrops over Gaza and the organization of aid convoys on the ground.