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UNRWA fires 70 staff amid Hamas affiliation allegations
middle-east1 month ago

UNRWA fires 70 staff amid Hamas affiliation allegations

UNRWA fired 70 employees after Israel and the group UN Watch alleged Hamas ties; USAID has referred 101 current or former UNRWA staff to the U.S. State Department for suspension or disbarment over roles in the October 7 attacks. UNRWA says the removals are to mitigate safety risks and notes that Israel has provided no evidence, while UN Watch argues the agency is no longer neutral and should be reformed or shut down; UNRWA’s union condemns the decision as unfair without a transparent investigation.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#hamas#israel#middle-east
Gaza refugee camps brace for summer surge in skin infections
world2 months ago

Gaza refugee camps brace for summer surge in skin infections

The UN warns that crowded Gaza refugee camps are experiencing a sharp rise in skin infections as summer approaches, driven by heat, overcrowding, and a blocking of medical supplies. Outbreaks include scabies and chickenpox, with children particularly affected; in 2024, about 150,000 Gazans were affected. Health efforts are hampered by the blockade, shortages of medications and hygiene products, and difficulties disinfecting tents, prompting appeals for greater access to essential supplies to avert a larger public health emergency.

via Al Jazeera|
#gaza#refugee-camps#sanitation
world5 months ago

Israel begins dismantling UNRWA Jerusalem headquarters amid crackdown

Israeli security forces evacuated and began destroying UNRWA’s Ammunition Hill headquarters in northern Jerusalem, a central hub for UNRWA activities in the West Bank and Jerusalem. The move comes as part of a broader crackdown on UNRWA, with Israel’s 2024–25 measures banning UNRWA operations and a December 2025 Knesset vote to cut UNRWA utilities. Officials say the demolition uses existing Israeli law and that UNRWA-Hamas ties had already led to the site’s operations ceasing; the government maintains the compound has no immunity and that the action is not a new policy, merely its enforcement.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#hamas#israel#jerusalem
world8 months ago

ICJ Urges Israel to Allow Gaza Aid, Faces Criticism and Controversy

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) criticized Israel for not substantiating claims that UNRWA employees were involved in Hamas or other terrorist groups, while urging Israel to cooperate with the UN to ensure aid and human rights protections in Gaza. The court also highlighted Israel's obligations under international law to respect human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories.

via Politico|
#gaza-aid#icj#international-law
US Aid Workers Injured Amid Gaza Conflict as Hamas Bounties and Blame Escalate
world1 year ago

US Aid Workers Injured Amid Gaza Conflict as Hamas Bounties and Blame Escalate

Hamas has placed bounties on American aid workers in Gaza and demands that any ceasefire include ending the operations of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is separate from UNRWA. The U.S. government confirms Hamas's threats and their efforts to undermine aid efforts, criticizing the UN and NGOs for allegedly enabling Hamas's misuse of aid. The situation complicates negotiations for a ceasefire, with ongoing concerns about aid being stolen and used by Hamas.

via freebeacon.com|
#aid-workers#ceasefire#gaza
Escalating Israeli Strikes in Gaza Worsen Humanitarian Crisis
world-news1 year ago

Escalating Israeli Strikes in Gaza Worsen Humanitarian Crisis

An Israeli drone attack on a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza has killed at least 12 Palestinian security guards and injured dozens, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. The attack is part of ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza, which have resulted in significant casualties and severe food shortages. The UNRWA has criticized the targeting of aid workers and called for safe passage of humanitarian aid. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with widespread devastation and a critical lack of fresh food supplies.

via Al Jazeera English|
#conflict#gaza#humanitarian-aid
UN Suspends Gaza Aid Amid Security and Looting Concerns
world-news1 year ago

UN Suspends Gaza Aid Amid Security and Looting Concerns

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees has halted aid deliveries through Gaza's main cargo crossing due to looting by armed gangs, blaming Israeli policies for the breakdown of law and order. This decision exacerbates Gaza's humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of thousands of Palestinians reliant on aid. The Israeli military denies responsibility, accusing UNRWA of allowing Hamas infiltration. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed civilians, and former Israeli defense minister Moshe Yaalon has accused the government of ethnic cleansing in northern Gaza. Ceasefire talks continue behind the scenes.

via PBS NewsHour|
#conflict#gaza#humanitarian-aid
UN Halts Gaza Aid Amid Rising Violence and Looting
world-news1 year ago

UN Halts Gaza Aid Amid Rising Violence and Looting

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees has halted aid deliveries through Gaza's main crossing due to looting by armed gangs, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as winter approaches. Israeli strikes have killed at least six people, including children, amid ongoing conflict with Hamas. Former Israeli defense minister Moshe Yaalon accused the government of ethnic cleansing in northern Gaza, while Israel denies such allegations. Despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah, the war in Gaza continues, with international efforts for a broader ceasefire stalled.

via NPR|
#conflict#gaza#humanitarian-aid
world-news1 year ago

Chaos in Gaza: Aid Convoys Looted Amidst Lawlessness and Hamas Control

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening due to looting and a breakdown in law and order, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. UNRWA official Natalie Boucly highlighted the dire need for aid as supplies dwindle and are often looted by Hamas-led gangs. The situation is further complicated by Israel's impending ban on UNRWA operations and accusations of UNRWA staff colluding with Hamas. Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, signaling a push for accountability.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#gaza#hamas#humanitarian-aid