The Latest Breaking News from UNRWA

Are more European nations finally moving to recognise Palestine statehood?

Spain and Ireland are discussing a collective plan to recognise Palestine as a state amid Israel’s war on Gaza.

Al Jazeera · Apr 12, 2024

Biden Says Israel Making 'Mistake' In Handling Of Gaza War

US President Joe Biden issued some of his sternest criticism yet of Israel's war on Hamas, calling its approach a "mistake" as the country faces a Wednesday court deadline to prove it is not throttling aid to hunger-stricken Gaza.

International Business Times · Apr 10, 2024

Germany denies aiding 'genocide' in Gaza, says Israeli security at 'core' of foreign policy

Israel's security is at the "core" of German foreign policy, the UN's highest court heard on Tuesday, where Berlin has denied a claim that it is aiding in a "genocide" in Gaza.

France 24 · Apr 9, 2024

Germany Faces Gaza Genocide Case At Top UN Court

Nicaragua has hauled Germany before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), demanding judges impose emergency measures to stop Berlin providing Israel with weapons and other assistance.

International Business Times · Apr 8, 2024

Israeli officials who want to deny aid to Gaza civilians merit Australian sanctions, humanitarian groups say

Peak body for Australian aid groups joined by faith groups and health experts saying there is no excuse for starvation due to impact of war

The Guardian - AU · Apr 7, 2024

Thirty days to save UNRWA: Following UN agency chief Lazzarini in his race against time

UNRWA, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, is on the brink of collapse. Since the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, the agency has come under suspicion, accused of being too close to the terrorist acts of Hamas. Many donor countries have…

France 24 · Apr 5, 2024

Fourth former UK supreme court judge signs letter over Israeli actions in Gaza

Number of signatories warning Sunak over breach of international law in arming Israel rises to more than 750

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024

Humanitarian Crisis Deepens In Gaza As Aid Agencies Suspend Operations

Gaza faces escalating humanitarian crisis as aid agencies suspend operations, risking famine and deepening suffering.

Top News · Apr 4, 2024

What now for Gaza after World Central Kitchen suspended aid operations?

WCK provides a lifeline to Palestinians facing famine but has halted operations after an Israeli strike killed workers

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024

The Guardian view on tackling famine in Gaza: Palestinians need Unrwa

Editorial: Israel wants to dismantle the agency. The US has halted funding. But its capacity is essential to saving lives

The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2024