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U.S. Supports Israel's UNRWA Ban Amid Gaza Crisis

5/1/2025

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The U.S. backed Israel's push to ban UNRWA at the International Court of Justice, citing security fears over alleged Hamas ties among its staff. As Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepens, the U.N. World Food Programme warns of severe food shortages. Ceasefire talks are at a standstill, leaving violence and aid blockades to persist.

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The U.S. backed Israel's push to ban UNRWA at the International Court of Justice, citing security fears over alleged Hamas ties among its staff. As Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepens, the U.N. World Food Programme warns of severe food shortages. Ceasefire talks are at a standstill, leaving violence and aid blockades to persist.