UNRWA

Israel Set to Enforce Legislation Halting UNRWA Operations in Palestinian Territories

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Jerusalem, Israel – An Israeli law that would prohibit the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) within the Occupied Palestinian Territory is set to be enacted soon. This development raises concerns about the impact on the services provided to the Palestinian communities, particularly in Gaza, where the agency plays a critical role. UNRWA has been a key agency in providing education, healthcare, and social services to Palestinian refugees since its establishment in 1949 following the Arab-Israeli conflict. The upcoming legislation threatens to halt its … Read more

UNRWA Ban by Israel Could Breach Various Global Legal Standards, Warns International Development Committee Chair

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Jerusalem, Israel — A recent decision by Israel to prohibit the operations of the United Nations agency that aids Palestinian refugees, UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East), has raised significant international legal concerns. According to Sarah Champion, Chair of the UK’s International Development Committee, this move by the Israeli government could potentially breach multiple international laws. UNRWA has been a critical lifeline providing essential services such as education, health care, and social services to millions of Palestinian refugees for over seven decades. This institution operates hundreds of … Read more

U.S. Appeals to Israel to Reevaluate Legislation Impacting UNRWA, Citing Potential Humanitarian Crisis for Millions

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Washington, D.C. – The U.S. government has expressed its concerns to Israel regarding proposed legislative measures targeting the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), which could jeopardize vital support for millions of Palestinian refugees. Citing potential disastrous effects on humanitarian conditions, U.S. officials are pushing for a reconsideration of these actions. The legislation in question aims to curtail the operations of UNRWA within Israeli controlled territories, raising flags about possible exacerbations of already tense regional conditions. UNRWA, established in 1949, is crucial in providing education, healthcare, and … Read more