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Israel Closes UN Schools, Endangering 800 Palestinian Students

5/8/2025

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On May 8, 2025, Israeli forces shuttered six UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem, affecting approximately 800 Palestinian students. This drastic move follows a ban on UNRWA, with Israel citing alleged Hamas connections. Parents are left anxious, fearing their children will encounter perilous checkpoints and lack proper educational options, jeopardizing both their safety and future.

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Story summary

On May 8, 2025, Israeli forces shuttered six UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem, affecting approximately 800 Palestinian students. This drastic move follows a ban on UNRWA, with Israel citing alleged Hamas connections. Parents are left anxious, fearing their children will encounter perilous checkpoints and lack proper educational options, jeopardizing both their safety and future.