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UNRWA Faces Scrutiny Amidst Allegations of Hamas Ties and Employee Involvement
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) is under increased scrutiny following allegations that some employees are connected to Hamas and participated in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. Allegations of UNRWA employees' involvement in the October 7 attacks have led to calls for a thorough investigation and reform of the agency.
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) has faced allegations that some of its employees are connected to Hamas. These allegations include claims that UNRWA staff participated in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. In response to these allegations, the UN conducted an investigation into 19 employees, resulting in the firing of nine individuals for their alleged roles in the attacks. However, some critics, including Israeli officials and independent monitors, contend that the actual number of implicated employees is much higher than reported. Prior to the United States halting contributions, Washington covered 30 per cent of UNRWA's costs.
Key Facts
- Allegations have surfaced regarding UNRWA employees' connections to Hamas and participation in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel.
- The UN investigated 19 employees and terminated nine for their alleged involvement in the October 7 attacks.
- Critics claim the number of UNRWA employees involved in the attacks is higher than the UN has reported.
- The United States has stopped funding UNRWA.
- Prior to the funding halt, the United States covered 30 per cent of UNRWA's costs.
- Some UNRWA agents in Gaza, including teachers and medical workers, allegedly participated in the October 7 invasion of Israel.
- Some assert that UNRWA operates as a Hamas subsidiary due to close ties with the terror group.
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- New York Post — Make the UN purge all its terrorist employees AND their supporters