United Nations

Why an anti-UNRWA law won’t work

The problem Israel faces is bigger than UNRWA – it is that the Western world is engaging in widespread appeasement of terror organizations and their patrons.

 Palestinians at the site of an Israeli airstrike in an UNRWA school, in the Nuseirat camp

Does shuttering UNRWA leave Israel with an 'occupation' crisis?

Here are eight takes on what UNRWA is and why and how it has placed Israel in the international hot seat.

UN Security Council warns against shutting down UN Palestinian refugee agency

Israel has revealed the extent to which Hamas has infiltrated the organization, and that other organizations are better service providers.

Banning UNRWA: Historic move or humanitarian crisis in the making?

Following the landmark Knesset vote, we urge the prime minister to consult with Israel’s allies and convene a panel of experts.

Israel's climate team heads to Baku as Herzog prepares for US visit

Israel's climate delegation will share solutions at the UN conference with 167 nations in attendance.

 Lebanese army soldier stands near UN peacekeepers (UNIFIL) vehicles in Marjayoun, October 29, 2024

Austria says eight UNIFIL troops wounded in Lebanon rocket attack, IDF says Hezbollah responsible

UNIFIL later confirmed that a rocket that hit its headquarters in Naqoura was fired from the north, likely by Hezbollah.

Int’l ire at Israel for outlawing UNRWA in Jerusalem, Gaza, West Bank

International backlash erupts as Israel passes legislation to shut down UNRWA operations, with US warning of 'implications' while EU and allies condemn move amid Gaza humanitarian crisis.

Consensus reached, time’s up for UNRWA: Israel’s Knesset says enough to 'toxic aid'

The decision to ban UNRWA signals Israel's willingness to break free from organization and structures that breed hostility.

29/10/2024

Israel set to pass bills shutting down UNRWA despite int’l pressure

Israel moves to shut down the UN Palestinian refugee agency despite warnings from allies and threats of UN repercussions, with a key vote set for Monday.

Over 100 Congress members tell Guterres US will slash funding to UN if Israel's status downgrades

The letter, spearheaded by Reps. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) said Congress has taken note of the numerous UN actions "aimed to delegitimize Israel's right to self-defense."

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