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Israeli Forces Shut Down Key Health Center, Violating International Law

1/14/2026

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Israeli forces closed a UNRWA-operated health center for 30 days and plan to cut water and electricity to multiple facilities, affecting schools and health services.
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini called this a violation of international law and linked it to new legislation passed by the Israeli parliament.
Fowler described the shutdown as an "anti-humanitarian gesture" and said the health center remains vital for many Palestinian refugees.

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Israeli forces closed a UNRWA-operated health center for 30 days and plan to cut water and electricity to multiple facilities, affecting schools and health services.
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini called this a violation of international law and linked it to new legislation passed by the Israeli parliament.
Fowler described the shutdown as an "anti-humanitarian gesture" and said the health center remains vital for many Palestinian refugees.