Israeli settlers call for UN agency's closure in Jerusalem protest
Israeli settlers protest UN agency in Jerusalem, calling for its closure and accusing it of supporting terrorism.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Israeli settlers and rightwing activists have protested outside the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa) office in Jerusalem, calling for its closure. Israel blocked Unrwa food convoys to Gaza following accusations of Hamas collaboration. Protests have demanded Unrwa’s abolition, with claims of supporting terrorism. Internal UN reports reveal harassment of Unrwa staff by Israeli authorities. Unrwa, founded in 1949, assists Palestinian refugees, but faces backlash and accusations from Israeli groups. Gaza’s humanitarian crisis worsens amid tensions, with Unrwa unable to deliver aid in certain areas. UN officials condemn Israel’s obstruction of vital assistance, warning of famine in Gaza.