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Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi

Israel Bans UNRWA: What It Means for Palestinian Refugees

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has turned the spotlight on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) by voting to ban its operations within Israel. This move came swiftly on Monday night and has sparked a storm of international criticism. The decision calls into qu

Israel Shuts Down UN Refugee Aid: What's Next?

Imagine this: nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees could be left without critical support like food, healthcare, and education. This is what's at stake after Israel's parliament passed a law banning a key UN agency from operating in territories it controls. The agency, UNRWA, has been a lifeline fo

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

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 b

Gaza Strike: New Hezbollah Leader Elected

Early Tuesday, an Israeli strike in northern Gaza's Beit Lahiya town killed at least 34 people. The target was a five-story building sheltering displaced Palestinians. Over half of the victims were women and children. This happens amidst a major Israeli operation in the area, which has lasted over t

Tragic Strike in Gaza: What You Need to Know

Early on Tuesday, an Israeli strike hit a building in northern Gaza where displaced Palestinians were seeking shelter. The attack claimed the lives of at least 34 people, with more than half being women and children. This is just one of the many strikes that have been targeting areas where Palestini

Iran and Israel: A Call for Peace at the UN

The United States has issued a stern warning to Iran at the UN Security Council. They cautioned that there will be "severe consequences" if Iran carries out more attacks against Israel or U. S. personnel in the Middle East. This warning comes after Israel retaliated against Iran's recent missile att

Israel Votes to Ban UNRWA, Sparking Concerns and Criticism

In a surprising move, Israel's parliament recently voted to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which provides aid to Palestinian refugees. This agency has been the main source of humanitarian assistance in Gaza for decades. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused U

Why Is UNRWA Facing a Ban in Israel?

Recently, Israel's parliament voted to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). This agency has been crucial for millions of Palestinians who depend on it for vital services. They might lose access to education, food, healthcare, and more if this ban comes into