
An independent review of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has highlighted serious gaps in the implementation of neutrality procedures. The review was prompted by allegations from Israel regarding UNRWA staff members' involvement in Hamas activities.
The review panel, led by former French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, found that while UNRWA has robust procedures to maintain neutrality, there are issues such as staff expressing political views, problematic content in textbooks, and disruptions by staff unions.