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United Nations Relief and Works Agency

  • 02 May 2024

On 30th April 2024, United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) announced that its funding of $267 million remains suspended due to allegations of staff involvement in Hamas attack.

  • Majority of countries resumed donations; US, others still withhold.
  • UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini reveals details at Geneva press conference.
  • Switzerland to decide on resuming support; UK, Austria yet to decide.
  • New donors emerge; private donations exceed $115 million in last six months.