UN agency chief 'shocked' as UK and others pause funding over claims staff involved in Hamas attack
Saturday, 27 January 2024 The head of the UN refugee agency for Palestinians (UNRWA) has said the decision by nine countries to pause funding for the aid agency is "shocking".
The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees strongly criticised the "shocking" withdrawal of funding by several countries on Saturday (Jan 27). This move came after Israel accused some of the agency's employees of involvement in the October 7 attack by Hamas. In response, the UN chief, on...
Israel denies placing restrictions on aid entering Gaza and instead blames UN agencies for failing to retrieve it, while its own figures show a significant drop in the number of daily truck deliveries.
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At the COP16 conference in Cali, there was a vote in favour of strengthening the status of Indigenous and local communities in future United Nations negotiations about biodiversity. This is why the European Commission lent its support to this initiative.
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Responding to a question on Pakistan during an interactive session after the keynote address, India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathanen.. DNA
The warrants for the Israeli prime minister and former defence minister pertain to crimes against humanity and war crimes. The ICC did not disclose Deif's warrant of arrest, stating it was a "secret".
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Israeli PM Netanyahu pledges $5M for each rescued hostage as the IDF intensifies Gaza operations post-Hamas attacks. While Israel dismantles Hamas tunnels, humanitarian concerns rise over civilian casualties. Calls for ceasefires and global scrutiny grow as the conflict destabilizes the region.
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Amid escalating violence in northern Gaza, Sgt. First Class (res.) Roi Sasson, 21, of the Kfir Brigade’s Nahshon Battalion, was killed during a clash with gunmen in Beit Lahiya. The battalion's commander, Lt. Col. Yoel Glickman, sustained serious injuries in the same encounter.
Sasson's death brings the total Israeli toll—including soldiers, police, and security officers—since the October 7, 2023, Hamas assault to 800. The ongoing IDF ground offensive has intensified, with over 1,300 Hamas operatives killed and more than 1,000 detained in northern Gaza.
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A shooting incident near the Israeli embassy in Jordan's Amman resulted in one gunman's death and injuries to three police officers. The incident occurred in the Rabiah neighborhood, a known protest hotspot. Police cordoned off the area and urged residents to stay home. The event highlights ongoing tensions in Jordan, where many citizens of Palestinian origin oppose normalization with Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
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Asked whether he was optimistic about peace in the Middle East over the coming months, Borrell said "a ceasefire must come and it is absolutely essential."
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As world leaders gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the G20 summit, large-scale pro-Palestinian protests erupted in the city, with demonstrators demanding an immediate end to the violence in Gaza and Lebanon. Chanting "Stop the Slaughter" and "No More Massacres," the protesters held banners and Palestinian flags, calling for a ceasefire and urging the Brazilian government to sever ties with Israel. The demonstrations coincide with critical climate discussions at the United Nations COP29 talks, with activists also calling for urgent climate action. Protesters voiced their frustrations, demanding global leaders prioritise human rights and the protection of civilians amid escalating conflicts
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Palestinian resistance fighters clashed with Israeli forces in the Jenin refugee camp early Tuesday. The fighting involved detonating IEDs, which severely damaged Israeli bulldozers. This reflects ongoing tensions in the West Bank, where Palestinians continue to resist Israeli military and settler aggression. The incident is part of broader struggles in Jenin and surrounding areas, highlighting the intensifying violence in the region following Israeli operations in Gaza.
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In a fierce confrontation in the northern Gaza Strip, Al-Qassam Brigades fighters clashed with Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) that had infiltrated the Al-Mahkama Street and Al-Qasasib neighborhood in Jabalia. The battle saw intense urban warfare, with the Al-Qassam fighters successfully repelling the Israeli forces, causing significant casualties. The IDF's attempt to advance was thwarted as the fighters used precision tactics, targeting enemy snipers and fortified positions. The operation resulted in heavy losses for the Israeli soldiers, highlighting the resilience and strategic capabilities of the Palestinian resistance. The conflict continues to escalate as both sides dig in for further clashes in this volatile region.
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In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews in Brussel, UNRWA Gaza director Scott Anderson drew a devastating picture of the situation in the Palestinian territory, underlining acute food shortages. Without swift action, a full-blown man-made famine could afflict life in Gaza, he claimed.
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The IDF said in a statement that it had taken steps to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including using precise munitions and aerial surveillance.
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In this eye-opening video, we delve into the UK's recent and controversial decision to halt its financial support to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), amidst escalating..