The looming closure of UNRWA threatens to exacerbate the humanitarian crisis for Palestinians in the occupied territories, especially in Gaza, where the agency provides crucial food aid and employment. Israel's high court has refused to suspend a law banning the agency's operations, leading to widespread condemnation from international allies and aid groups. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called the agency irreplaceable, while the closure coincides with a complex situation regarding hostages exchanged under a ceasefire deal. Egypt's President al-Sisi has also criticized proposals to resettle Gaza's population elsewhere, calling them unjust.
The imminent closure of UNRWA, provoked by Israel's high court decision, threatens to severely impact the humanitarian situation for Palestinians in Gaza.
UNRWA's role in providing food aid is critical, having delivered around 60% of all food assistance to Gaza since the conflict escalated.
Egyptian President al-Sisi condemned suggestions to resettle Palestinians in Egypt and Jordan, defining such proposals as unjust and morally reprehensible.
The Israeli government, backed by the Trump administration, is poised to shut down UNRWA as international allies and aid groups voice strong opposition.
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