UNRWA chief says the seizure of its training centre is part of Israel’s efforts to eliminate agency and refugee issue

The regional organization issued a strong rebuke against Israel's military activities affecting the UN agency responsible for Palestinian refugees.

The Israeli High Court has questioned the factual basis of a petition seeking to strike down restrictions on UNRWA, which petitioners argue violate the rights of dependent Palestinians.

A report indicates that UNRWA has not implemented UN-recommended reforms regarding violent speech and antisemitism, with some textbooks reportedly praising violence against Israelis.

The BoP has declared that UNRWA 'has no place' in Gaza, while COGAT initiated a pilot program for returning residents, aiming to move past aid dependency.

The UN Secretary-General warned against the increasingly precarious situation of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).

Türkiye's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Ahmet Yıldız, has warned that the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) is facing unprecedented political attacks.

Israeli official Danon presented images allegedly linking UNRWA staff and journalists in Gaza to terror organizations like Hamas, challenging the UN.

Despite 70 UNRWA workers being fired for alleged terrorist activity, Canada's foreign affairs minister announced an additional $100 million in funding for Gaza and the West Bank.

Over 100 UNRWA school principals, teachers, and other personnel have been referred to the US State Department due to alleged ties to Hamas and the October 7 attacks.

USAID's ongoing investigation has found evidence that four additional UNRWA employees participated in the October 7 attacks or had affiliations with Hamas, bringing the total suspended or disbarred to 21.

Andreas Minnich, foreign policy spokesman for Austria's ÖVP party, is advocating for the country to cease funding the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, a stance opposed by the SPÖ and the Foreign Ministry.

The funding crisis facing UNRWA is jeopardizing essential services across Gaza, the West Bank, and the wider region. The shortfall in funds threatens critical humanitarian aid and support for vulnerable populations.

Vodja agencije Združenih narodov za palestinske begunce (UNRWA) Philippe Lazzarini je na svoji zadnji novinarski konferenci zahteval preiskavo smrti skoraj 400 sodelavcev agencije med vojno v Gazi.

Dutch Minister Sjoerdsma (D66) has stated his intention to restore support for UNRWA this year, a week after a parliamentary majority voted against it, causing irritation in the House.

Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of UNRWA, warns that the UN agency may soon cease to exist, criticizing the international community for failing to adequately protect its crucial role.

The dismantling of the UNRWA is seen as marking the beginning of the decline of multilateralism.

The commissioner-general of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, whose term ends on March 31, voices deep concern for the survival of the underfunded organization that has destabilized…

Dorothee Klaus, UNRWA director in Lebanon, discusses the Lebanese army's deployment in Palestinian camps and the UN aid agency's austerity measures, which threaten to worsen the already dire situation for refugees.

Israeli forces have extended their operational campaign against UNRWA centers, with analysts warning that the moves aim to dismantle refugee support structures and facilitate the formal annexation of the West Bank.

The UNRWA, a UN body, has been an integral part of the lives of millions of Palestinian refugees since birth, with many stating they cannot imagine a future without its support, especially in post-genocide Gaza.

US Ambassador Jeff Bartos accused UNRWA of becoming a 'subsidiary of Hamas' and urged donors at a conference to redirect funding to the Board of Peace instead, while the UN defended the agency's mission.

UN Secretary-General Guterres has urged states to address a critical $100 million funding gap for UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, warning that its vital work is jeopardized by the lack of funds.

The UN chief, Guterres, has stated that the UNRWA is facing a severe liquidity crisis, jeopardizing its ability to fulfill its mandate and calling for urgent additional funding.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed indignation with Israel regarding the UNRWA, highlighting that over 390 staff members of the Palestinian refugee agency have been killed in Gaza.

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has dismissed 70 employees due to proven ties to Hamas, following an internal investigation by USAID that revealed some staff were directly involved in terrorist activities.

The UNRWA has terminated 70 employees following accusations from Israel regarding their affiliation with Hamas, with USAID also referring staff for suspension over alleged roles in the October 7 massacre.

Discussions are underway regarding the future of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), facing various challenges.

UNRWA has confirmed that its schools in the West Bank are operating on a four-day week due to financial constraints, which also led to 571 staff layoffs in January amid declining donations and criticism.

Dutch Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Minister Sjoerdsma apologized after reversing a previously agreed cut to funding for the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), facing significant backlash.

The UN Secretary-General has appointed Christian Saunders as the interim head of UNRWA, effective from April 1, 2026, until June 30, 2026. This appointment precedes the completion of Philippe Lazzarini's term.

The Netherlands has decided to restore its support to UNRWA, reversing a previous cabinet's decision to drastically reduce funding.

COGAT claims Gaza is receiving over 70,000 cubic meters of water daily, directly contradicting UNRWA's report that freshwater supplies are severely limited and polluted.

Philippe Lazzarini, the outgoing Commissioner-General of UNRWA, stated that Israel has crushed the organization in Gaza, with severe consequences for Palestinians and the wider Middle East, as he concludes his tenure.

Jordan's foreign minister has reiterated the country's unwavering support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).

At its congress, Germany's CDU party, led by Merz, unanimously approved a motion to cease funding for UNRWA and establish new rules for payments to the Palestinian Authority, contingent on reforms and antisemitism compliance.

UN Watch criticized the United Nations for honoring a former UNRWA teacher at a memorial service, alleging he glorified terrorism for years prior to the October 7 attacks.

The United Nations Secretary-General has strongly criticized Israel's unauthorized entry into its Kalandia refugee agency facility in the West Bank, demanding the immediate return of seized equipment and respect for humanitarian premises.

Israel's highest court has heard a constitutional challenge against legislation that seeks to ban the operations of the UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency) within Israel.

Israeli forces conducted a raid on a United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) training centre, which subsequently sparked a fire.

The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has reiterated that the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) remains an irreplaceable lifeline for Palestinian refugees, emphasizing its crucial role.

The head of the United Nations has called on countries to provide stronger financial support for the agency assisting Palestinian refugees, expressing fears for millions amid a funding shortfall.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a warning about the financial crisis facing UNRWA, the Palestinian refugee agency, which provides education, healthcare, and protection to millions of Palestinians.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the situation of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) is becoming "increasingly precarious," jeopardizing its ability to provide essential services due to a lack of funding.

Canada has committed an additional $100 million in funding assistance for Palestinian aid, bringing its total contribution to $500 million for the Palestinian territories amidst controversy surrounding UNRWA staff and Hamas.

The UNRWA has fired 70 Gaza staff members following long-standing Israeli claims of the agency's collaboration with Hamas, though it states the dismissals are not an admission of guilt.

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Israel's Defense Minister Katz announced plans to build a Defense Ministry complex on the site of the former UNRWA headquarters in Ammunition Hill, which was demolished after the organization's ties with Hamas were exposed.

The Al-Noor centre, operated by UNRWA in Gaza, offers essential education and support services for visually impaired children, serving as a crucial lifeline in the region.

An Al Jazeera analysis argues that Israel's actions against UNRWA are central to what it describes as a genocidal project against Palestinians, asserting that UNRWA's mandate directly threatens this project.

The Dutch government has restored its annual contribution to the UN aid organization for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) to its former level.

An article warns that allowing the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to be dismantled would lead to devastating consequences.

UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini has stated that Israel has 'crushed' the agency's operations in Gaza, warning of severe consequences for Palestinians and the wider Middle East, as he announced his departure from the role.

UNRWA has confirmed the termination of Gaza school principal Hafez Mousa following investigations that linked him to Hamas and the October 7 massacre.