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Israel Closes UN Schools, Endangering 800 Palestinian Students

5/4/2025

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In a troubling move, Israeli authorities have shut down six UN-run schools in Occupied East Jerusalem, jeopardizing the education of 800 Palestinian students. The UNRWA has fiercely condemned this decision, labeling it a breach of international law. This escalation comes after Israel enacted laws restricting UNRWA's operations, fueled by unproven claims of staff involvement in a Hamas attack.

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In a troubling move, Israeli authorities have shut down six UN-run schools in Occupied East Jerusalem, jeopardizing the education of 800 Palestinian students. The UNRWA has fiercely condemned this decision, labeling it a breach of international law. This escalation comes after Israel enacted laws restricting UNRWA's operations, fueled by unproven claims of staff involvement in a Hamas attack.