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Israel’s relations with the UN hit a new low with Unrwa ban

Israel’s relationship with the United Nations has historically been strained, but over the past year, tensions have reached new levels. On October 28, the Israeli parliament (the Knesset) passed a law to prohibit operations of the UN’s relief and works agency (Unrwa) – the UN body responsible for Palestinian refugees…

The Conversation

‘The Arabs will disappear’: emboldened Israeli settlers eye return to Gaza

Once dismissed as the pipe dream of fringe extremists, the idea of resettling Gaza has gained momentum

The Guardian - UK

Politics and starvation: Gaza learns of Israel’s decision to ban UNRWA

Refugees and the displaced are grappling with the Israeli decision to cut an essential lifeline.

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Israeli Parliament Approves Law Prohibiting Consulates In Jerusalem

Israeli parliament passes law allowing only embassies in Jerusalem, reinforcing its claim as the capital. US moved its embassy to Jerusalem, highlighting t...

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Israel 'attacking international order' with UNRWA ban, ex-Gaza surgeon says

ISRAEL’S plan to ban a key Palestinian aid organisation amounts to an attack on the United Nations and “the international order itself”,…

The National (Scotland)

Israel’s UNRWA ban a ‘new level in war against UN’, Palestinian envoy says

The Knesset passed a bill on Monday banning the UN agency for Palestine refugees from operating in Israel.

Al Jazeera

‘Stop horror of history,’ says Irish president as Israel moves to ban aid agency

Irish premier Simon Harris said that Europe needed to find the ‘moral courage’ to act on Israel’s actions.

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What does UNRWA do and why has Israel banned it from West Bank, Gaza?

What are in the bills passed by Israel to ban the Palestinian refugee agency, and what services is it responsible for?

Al Jazeera

Dodds: Israel must step back from the brink and drop UNRWA ban

The Foreign Office minister issued the warning as MPs considered the Israeli Knesset’s approval of new laws targeting the aid agency.

The Independent UK

Israel’s ban on UNRWA continues a pattern of politicizing Palestinian refugee aid – and puts millions of lives at risk

The Israeli parliament’s vote on Oct. 28, 2024, to ban the United Nations agency that provides relief for Palestinian refugees is likely to affect millions of people – it also fits a pattern.

The Conversation

What is UNRWA as Israel votes to ban United Nations agency?

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has been working with Palestinians for decades

Evening Standard

Middle East crisis: US concerned by ‘horrifying’ Israeli airstrike that killed at least 93 civilians, including 20 children, in Gaza – as it happened

US spokesperson says officials are asking Israel what happened, expressing ‘deep concern’ over loss of civilian lives

The Guardian - US

US calls on Israel to tackle ‘catastrophic humanitarian crisis’ in Gaza

Failure to help improve the situation on the ground could be met by restrictions on US military aidMiddle East live: latest updates

The Guardian - UK

‘Intolerable’, ‘dangerous precedent’: World condemns Israel’s UNRWA ban

Israeli laws will prevent UNRWA from providing life-saving support to Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

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Palestinian Authority Condemns Israel's Ban On UN Relief Agency

Palestinian Authority and Hamas criticize Israel's ban on UNRWA, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.

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Gaza crisis warning as Israeli aid agency ban condemned

Australia has joined a chorus of countries including Britain and Canada in condemning Israel's move to ban a Palestinian aid agency it accuses of terror links.

The Guardian - UK

What is Unrwa and why has Israel’s parliament voted to ban it?

Knesset vote to declare UN agency for Palestinian refugees a terror organisation offers no alternative route for aid

The National (Scotland)

Israeli parliament approves bill to ban UN Gaza aid body

ISRAEL has passed two laws banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from working in Israel and in occupied Palestinian territory.

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Taoiseach brands Israeli ban on UNRWA as ‘disastrous and shameful’

The Tanaiste has also condemned the moves in the Israeli parliament to prevent the UN Palestinian refugee agency from working in Gaza.

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Israel Takes Action Against UNRWA Alleged Hamas Infiltration

Israel takes action against UNRWA over alleged Hamas ties, leading to funding suspensions.

Evening Standard

It cannot be in Israel’s interest to restrict UN aid agency in Gaza, says Lammy

The Foreign Secretary said during a statement on the Middle East: ‘If UNRWA is brought to its knees, that would be a very very serious event indeed.’

The Guardian - AU

Deadly airstrikes reported in Lebanon – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

Cutting off Unrwa would deeply harm Israel’s reputation, says UK minister

Hamish Falconer says legislation under consideration by Knesset is ‘neither in Israel’s interest nor realistic’

The Guardian - UK

Israel’s plan to ban Unrwa from accessing Gaza marks new low in its relations with UN

US only nation likely to be able to persuade Netanyahu to drop plan condemned by 123 member states

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U.S. Pressure Mounts On Israel Over UNRWA Legislation

Israeli Knesset debates bill to cut ties with UNRWA amid U.S. pressure, citing concerns over humanitarian efforts and national security.

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