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Palestinians Condemn Israeli School Closures Amid Gaza Strikes

5/9/2025

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The Palestinian Ministry of Education fiercely condemned Israel's closure of Unrwa schools in East Jerusalem, labeling it an assault on education that violates international standards. This decision has left 800 students without schooling. Meanwhile, devastating Israeli strikes on schools in Gaza have tragically claimed 49 lives, further inflaming the already volatile situation.

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The Palestinian Ministry of Education fiercely condemned Israel's closure of Unrwa schools in East Jerusalem, labeling it an assault on education that violates international standards. This decision has left 800 students without schooling. Meanwhile, devastating Israeli strikes on schools in Gaza have tragically claimed 49 lives, further inflaming the already volatile situation.