**Gaza Aid Fears as Israel Bans UN Agency**
People living in Gaza are already facing a severe humanitarian crisis. But now, they fear that the situation will worsen due to Israel’s decision to ban the largest UN agency operating there.
The UN agency, known as Unrwa, is essential for the people of Gaza. It provides food, drink, and medical care. A resident of Khan Younis, Yasmine El-Ashry, said “If my son gets sick where will I go?” Another resident, Saeed Adwida, said that banning Unrwa was another war against the Palestinians.
**Israel’s Reason**
The Israeli government claims that a terrorist group has taken control of the agency. Sharren Haskel, a co-sponsor from the National Unity Party (opposition), made this claim. But Unrwa insists that it is neutral and does not support any terrorist groups.
**Impact on Gaza**
Unrwa’s deputy director, Sam Rose, said that the new Israeli laws would make it difficult for Unrwa to operate in Gaza. This means that they wouldn’t be able to bring in supplies or move safely into and out of Gaza. Israel is accused of violating the UN charter as well as its obligations under international human rights law.
**History of Unrwa**
Unrwa was established in 1949 by the UN General Assembly following the first Arab-Israeli War. It helped 700,000 Palestinians fleeing or being forced from their homes. Today, it supports six million Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan, and Syria.
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