An inquest into the deaths of three British aid workers killed in an airstrike in Gaza may look into the involvement of Israeli military authorities and whether UK-made weapons were used, according to recent reports. The coroner, Maria Voisin, has suggested that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Colonel Nochi Mendel, who authorized the strikes, may be considered "interested parties" in the inquest. This means their involvement could be formally examined during the legal process. The inquest has previously focused on the aid organization and the security firm that accompanied the convoy. Israeli military authorities have said they will not conduct criminal investigations into the airstrike, a decision criticized by the UK, Australia, and Canada as "shameful." These countries argue that the lack of an independent inquiry undermines accountability. Lawyers representing the families of the deceased have drawn a comparison to the novichok attack in Salisbury, where the absence of a criminal investigation by Russian authorities led to a broader inquiry. The families are also pushing to examine the potential role of the British military, including whether a Royal Air Force surveillance plane gathered information about the convoy and shared it with Israeli officials. Coroner Maria Voisin has stated she is open to reviewing various aspects of the case and will keep some issues under consideration. A further pre-inquest review is set for March, but no date has yet been scheduled for the final hearing. The inquest is expected to continue exploring the circumstances surrounding the airstrike, including the chain of command and any possible intelligence sharing that may have contributed to the attack. The outcome of the inquest could have significant implications for international relations and the accountability of military actions in conflict zones.