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Knesset Passes Law to Terminate UNRWA, Seize Properties

12/29/2025

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On December 29, 2025, the Knesset passed a law terminating the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Israel.
Limor Son Har-Melech, a Knesset member, proposed legislation.
The law imposes sanctions by cutting utilities and banning UNRWA's financial services.
The measure revokes UNRWA's immunity and permits seizure of UNRWA properties within 30 days.
Son Har-Melech labeled UNRWA a terrorist organization and said the measure restores sovereignty.

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On December 29, 2025, the Knesset passed a law terminating the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Israel.
Limor Son Har-Melech, a Knesset member, proposed legislation.
The law imposes sanctions by cutting utilities and banning UNRWA's financial services.
The measure revokes UNRWA's immunity and permits seizure of UNRWA properties within 30 days.
Son Har-Melech labeled UNRWA a terrorist organization and said the measure restores sovereignty.