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U.S. Backs Israel's U.N. Refugee Agency Decision Amid Legal Scrutiny

5/3/2025

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The U.S. backs Israel's decision to shun the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian refugees, prioritizing security. Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice is examining Israel's humanitarian aid responsibilities in Gaza, as the aid system teeters on the brink. This advisory opinion could reshape international law and influence U.N. operations worldwide.

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Story summary

The U.S. backs Israel's decision to shun the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian refugees, prioritizing security. Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice is examining Israel's humanitarian aid responsibilities in Gaza, as the aid system teeters on the brink. This advisory opinion could reshape international law and influence U.N. operations worldwide.