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citizen.co.zaworld12 days ago
More Than 100 UNRWA Staff Referred to U.S. State Department Over Alleged Oct. 7 Ties
More than 100 current and former UNRWA employees were referred to the U.S. State Department for alleged participation in the Oct. 7 massacre or links to Hamas’s military wing. The referrals include school principals, teachers, and counselors.
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Los Angeles Timesworld33 days ago
United Nations Considers Response to Israeli Plan for Military Complex on Former UNRWA Site
The United Nations is reviewing Israel's approval of a defense ministry complex at the former UNRWA headquarters in east Jerusalem. UNRWA Deputy Commissioner General Natalie Boucly stated the matter is under consideration by the organization's legal council.
The Independentworld33 days ago
United Nations Reviews Israeli Plan for Military Complex on Former UNRWA Site
The United Nations is considering its response to Israel's approval of a defense ministry complex on the former UNRWA headquarters in east Jerusalem. UNRWA Deputy Commissioner General Natalie Boucly said the matter is under review by the UN legal council.
uctoday.compolitics45 days ago
USAID Inspector General Investigation Finds 21 UNRWA Staff Allegedly Linked to Hamas or October 7 Attack
The USAID Office of Inspector General identified three teachers and one social worker among four additional current or former UNRWA employees alleged to have participated in holding hostages or the October 7, 2023 attacks. Evidence now supports that at least 21 UNRWA staffers wer…
nypost.comworld49 days ago
USAID Investigation Finds Four More UNRWA Employees Linked to October 7 Attacks
A recent USAID investigation identified four additional UNRWA employees who participated in the October 7, 2023, attacks and have affiliations with Hamas. To date, such investigations have resulted in the suspension or disbarment of 21 individuals involved in the attacks or linke…
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pakistantoday.com.pkworld56 days ago
UNRWA Reduces West Bank School Weeks to Four Days Amid Funding Shortfall
UNRWA has reduced school activities in the West Bank to a four-day week amid funding issues. The agency let go of 571 staff members in January due to financial constraints. This follows ongoing criticism from organizations like UN Watch.
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