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300,000 Gaza Students Return Amid Ongoing Crisis

10/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) reports that 300,000 Gaza students will resume classes.
Ongoing Israeli blockades hinder aid.
Many Gaza schools have been destroyed or repurposed as shelters.
About 95% of Gaza's population relies on aid.
Reports indicate 17,711 students have died since the violence began, highlighting the need for supplies and mental health support.

History

Historical Context

The plight of Palestinian refugees began during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, resulting in the displacement of approximately 700,000 individuals. In response, the United Nations adopted Resolution 194 on December 11, 1948, establishing the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). Today, over 5 million registered refugees rely on UNRWA for assistance, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis stemming from the conflict.

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Story summary

United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) reports that 300,000 Gaza students will resume classes.
Ongoing Israeli blockades hinder aid.
Many Gaza schools have been destroyed or repurposed as shelters.
About 95% of Gaza's population relies on aid.
Reports indicate 17,711 students have died since the violence began, highlighting the need for supplies and mental health support.

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