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Israel takes action against UNRWA over alleged Hamas ties, leading to funding suspensions.

The Foreign Secretary said during a statement on the Middle East: ‘If UNRWA is brought to its knees, that would be a very very serious event indeed.’

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Hamish Falconer says legislation under consideration by Knesset is ‘neither in Israel’s interest nor realistic’

US only nation likely to be able to persuade Netanyahu to drop plan condemned by 123 member states

Israeli Knesset debates bill to cut ties with UNRWA amid U.S. pressure, citing concerns over humanitarian efforts and national security.

Discussion about letting private firms bid for contracts comes before Knesset vote on banning UN relief agency from operating in Israel

Critics have said the prime minister’s surge in support following the assault on Lebanon may be short-lived.

The head of the U_N_ agency for Palestinian refugees is warning that if pending Israeli legislation is adopted, all humanitarian operations in Gaza and the West Bank may “disintegrate.”

In the run-up to the first anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Israel, there has been no shortage of dramatic events making headlines in Israel. On Oct. 1, Israelis took shelter during Iran’s missile attack. In the days leading up to the attack, Israel assassinated Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s longtime leader, in…

Families of Israeli hostages in Gaza protest near Knesset, urging government action against Hamas. Urgency and frustration highlighted in plea for safe ret...