2024-12-21 05:40:09
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UNRWA Faces Funding Challenges Amid Controversial Decisions

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), vital for Palestinian refugee support, is grappling with a significant funding reduction as Sweden halts its core support. This decision stems from Israel's accusations regarding UNRWA's alleged militant affiliations.

Although Sweden plans to boost overall aid to Gaza, it will redirect these funds to other organizations, raising concerns about the effectiveness of assistance delivery. UNRWA's chief has expressed disappointment, emphasizing the detrimental impact of Israel's new legislation on the agency's operations.

The situation highlights the complex interplay of regional politics and humanitarian aid, as UNRWA remains a crucial player in Gaza's aid framework amidst rising tensions.

Al Jazeera
20. Dezember 2024 um 17:54

UNRWA chief slams Sweden’s ‘disappointing’ decision to end funding

Politics
Sweden ends UNRWA funding, citing Israel's plan to ban the agency, but will increase overall Gaza aid to 800 million kronor. The UN terminated 9 UNRWA staff over Hamas ties, and Israel claims 100 more are members. Top UN officials describe UNRWA as the "backbone of Gaza's aid response". Sweden has "spearheaded" the multilateral system, but its decision is called "disappointing" by UNRWA's chief, as Israel's new law will severely impact the agency's ability to work. Israel's ministers hail the..
EuroNews
21. Dezember 2024 um 00:14

UNRWA chief calls Swedish decision to end 'core support' disappointing

Politics
UNRWA, a critical provider of services to Palestinian refugees, faces a funding cut as Sweden ends 'core support', citing Israel's ban on its activities. Sweden will increase aid but channel it through other organizations. Israel has accused UNRWA of militant ties, leading it to terminate some employees. Sweden's minister stated the decision was made to ensure aid reaches recipients, not get 'stuck in a bank account'.
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