Germany, Britain, and several other countries have decided to suspend funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in response to allegations that some of its employees were involved in attacks against Israel. The United States, the largest donor to the agency, has also decided to withhold funding while reviewing the allegations. The Israeli military has accused UNRWA employees of using the agency’s facilities for terrorist purposes, leading to the suspension of funding by multiple countries. UNRWA’s head, Philippe Lazzarini, has called the suspension “collective punishment“ for Gaza and warned of the adverse effects on its humanitarian assistance program. Despite the allegations, some donor countries, such as Ireland and Norway, have expressed support for UNRWA’s work. The situation remains complex and contentious, with the future of UNRWA’s funding uncertain. For more information, you can read the full article on The New York Times.
