UNRWA Trending News

2025-02-01 00:10:03

British-Israeli hostage in Gaza claims UNRWA site denied treatment

British-Israeli woman, Emily Damari, freed after being held by Hamas for 15 months in Gaza, claims she was detained in a United Nations facility and denied medical treatment. In a call with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, she urged aid for the remaining hostages. read more

2025-01-30 16:10:04

UNRWA staff relocated to Jordan as Israel bans refugee agency

The UN Palestinian agency staff move to Jordan as Israel bans it. Despite challenges, the agency vows to continue work in the West Bank and Gaza. read more

2024-10-29 23:10:07

"UNRWA's Crucial Role in Gaza Aid Under Threat from Israel"

The United Nations urges Israel to fulfill the needs of Palestinian refugees if laws severing ties with the UN agency for refugees are implemented. Concerns about the impact on Gaza's humanitarian situation are raised. read more

2024-10-29 14:10:07

US Urges Israel to Reconsider UNRWA Ban Amid International Backlash

The US criticizes Israel's ban on UNRWA, warning of severe consequences for Palestinians as Hezbollah appoints a new leader amidst violence. The ban, sparked by Israeli legislation, may impact vital services for millions of Palestinian refugees. read more

2024-10-29 12:20:05

Israeli Ban on UNRWA Threatens Aid and Services in Gaza

Israel has passed a law banning UNRWA from operating in Israeli territories and the Palestinian territories, potentially disrupting aid in Gaza. The move has drawn international condemnation, with concerns that it could worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. read more

2024-10-29 04:10:07

Israel Bans UNRWA, Threatens Aid to Palestinian Refugees amid Backlash

Israel's parliament has voted to ban the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating in the country, citing alleged ties of its staff to a past Hamas attack. This ban could result in the closure of UNRWA's East Jerusalem headquarters and disrupt crucial aid routes to Gaza. read more

2024-10-09 15:50:06

"400,000 Trapped in Northern Gaza as Israeli Forces Raid"

400,000 people are trapped in northern Gaza as the death toll surpasses 42,000, with up to 51,000 children possibly separated from parents. Thousands refuse to evacuate despite Israeli military raids targeting Hamas fighters in Jabalia. read more

2024-07-23 08:10:07

The Israeli parliament has preliminarily approved a bill declaring the UN Relief agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, a terrorist organization, accusing it of supporting terrorism without evidence. This move is met with condemnation from various countries, as the agency provides crucial services to millions. read more

2024-06-26 00:20:04

Israeli victims of Hamas' October 7 attack are suing the UN agency aiding Palestinians, alleging that paying Gaza staff in US dollars indirectly finances Hamas. UNRWA denies knowingly aiding militants, facing increased scrutiny during the Israel-Hamas war. read more

2024-05-02 14:20:05

16 donor countries suspended funding to Unrwa after an anti-Unrwa campaign by Israel and its allies, accusing the agency of colluding with Hamas, causing famine in Gaza. Western politicians and media were fooled by false claims, prompting ongoing aid cuts. read more

2024-04-22 19:10:04

An independent review finds that Israel has not provided evidence of UN Palestinian refugee agency staff being terrorists. The review led by former French minister Catherine Colonna acknowledges UNRWA's neutrality efforts but notes ongoing challenges. 政 read more