The Israeli government has given UNRWA 48 hours to cease its activities and evacuate its facilities in Jerusalem, following a law passed by the Knesset. The law prohibits UNRWA from operating in areas under Israeli sovereignty and bans any communication between Israeli officials and the agency.
UNRWA plays a crucial role in providing healthcare, education, and food aid in Gaza, supplying 60% of the food entering the region since October 2023.
The Israeli government will sever all ties with UNRWA and demands it vacate its facilities in Jerusalem.
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini expressed concern that these actions undermine Palestinian trust in the international community and harm the future of Palestinians. He also highlighted that 650,000 Palestinian students in Gaza have been deprived of education for nearly two years.
Lazzarini stressed the need for UNRWA’s continued support for Palestinian refugees, particularly in education, despite the challenges it faces from the Israeli government.
Source : Safa News
