International Concerns Rise as Israel Moves to Ban UNRWA Operations

A new draft law proposed in Israel has drawn significant international concern as it seeks to restrict the activities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) within Israeli borders and Palestinian territories. The draft law, currently under review by the Knesset, aims to remove UNRWA’s privileges and immunities, blocking its presence within Israel and prohibiting Israeli agencies from engaging with the organization. This move, if enacted, could have profound humanitarian implications for Gaza and the West Bank, where UNRWA plays a vital role in supporting Palestinian refugees.