UNRWA

Germany to resume funding for UNRWA

The German government will soon resume cooperation with UNRWA in the Gaza Strip, following the lead of Australia, Canada, Sweden, and Japan.

UNRWA Chief opposes agency's dissolution, warns of millions losing refugee status

Lazzarini warned that if Palestinians lose their refugee status, it would exacerbate hunger in Gaza and hinder efforts of reconstruction and rehabilitation in the area.

Japan resumes funding for UNRWA

The Japanese government has announced its decision to resume funding for UNRWA and intends to transfer $35 million to support its operations.

UNRWA Head: Israel bans humanitarian convoys in northern Gaza

Lazzarini accuses Israel of intentionally hindering relief efforts amidst a man-made famine.

Saudi Arabia to donate $40 million to UNRWA

The Saudi announcement comes shortly after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in the kingdom for talks on Gaza

Reuters: US to withhold funding for UNRWA until March 2025

US Congressional leaders have reached an agreement to extend the freeze on funding for UNRWA for at least another year.

UNRWA head: Israel blocks Gaza humanitarian aid over medical scissors

Philippe Lazzarini has accused Israeli authorities of blocking a truck carrying humanitarian aid from entering the Gaza Strip due to the presence of scissors in a medical equipment set.