The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) recently expressed frustration at the global inaction towards Gaza's dire situation. Despite ongoing horrors, the world hasn't stepped in to help. Israel's parliament passed two bills that could severely hurt UNRWA's operations. These bills aim to ban UNRWA from Israel and declare it a terrorist organization. Many countries and leaders slammed these moves, labeling them illegal, and stood firm with UNRWA.

This new law can hinder UNRWA's services in Israel, which might impact their work in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The law targets humanitarian aid routes, the East Jerusalem office, and work permits for UNRWA staff. Since Israel began its military campaign in Gaza in October 2023, life for Gaza civilians has been destroyed. Famine is widespread, with 90% of the population facing extreme hunger. The death toll has exceeded 43, 000, as reported by Gaza's health ministry on Monday.

UNRWA is the largest U. N. agency in Gaza, serving over 1 million refugee Palestinians out of a total 1. 4 million. They provide education, healthcare, and emergency aid. Rose, a UNRWA worker based in Gaza, shared his thoughts with POLITICO before the ban. He wondered why the global community hasn't taken action despite the humanitarian crisis. It's like the situation is too complex, and no one knows what to do.

Gaza's Struggle: Why isn't the World Responding?

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