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Unrwa Funding

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politics1 year ago

"US House Moves to Cut Funding for UNRWA Amid Looming Gaza Famine"

The US House of Representatives has approved a funding bill that would ban funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), drawing criticism from progressives and humanitarian groups. The bill comes amid warnings of a looming famine in Gaza and accusations of Israeli efforts to delegitimize UNRWA. The measure, which faces opposition from some Democrats and far-right Republicans, now goes to the Senate for approval before the government faces a partial shutdown deadline.

middle-east-news1 year ago

"Unraveling the Deadly Drone Strike in Jordan: U.S. Officials' Account"

A U.S. drone strike in Jordan killed three U.S. service members and injured 34 others, escalating tensions in the Middle East. The attack prompted President Biden to vow retaliation, with discussions ongoing about possible targets in Syria, Iraq, and Iran. Meanwhile, the United Nations relief agency in Gaza warned of funding shortages that could impact its relief efforts, and torrential rains worsened the humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians in Gaza. Talks on pausing fighting and releasing hostages in Gaza were described as "constructive," while far-right Israelis gathered to advocate for Jewish resettlement in Gaza.

international-affairs1 year ago

"Escalating Tensions: US Troops Killed in Mideast, Israeli Treatment of Gaza Detainees Sparks Outcry"

Three US soldiers were killed and over 30 injured in a drone attack on a US outpost in Jordan, marking the first US troop deaths in the Middle East since the start of the Gaza war. The attack is attributed to Iran-backed militants, prompting US President Joe Biden to vow accountability. Meanwhile, the Palestinian Authority urges countries to reconsider suspending funding for the UN relief agency in Gaza, as the region faces a humanitarian crisis and escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. France becomes the latest nation to suspend funding for the UN agency over allegations against its staff members.