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USAID Expands Probe into UNRWA's Hamas Ties

3/17/2026

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The Office of the Inspector General for USAID is expanding its investigation to over 100 UNRWA officials for ties to Hamas and involvement in October 7, 2023 attacks.
The inquiry has already identified 14 UNRWA employees linked to Hamas.
U.S. President Donald Trump halted U.S. funding to UNRWA over its terrorist ties.
USAID Deputy Inspector General Adam Kaplan will present findings to Congress, highlighting fraud and misuse of taxpayer funds.

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Story summary

The Office of the Inspector General for USAID is expanding its investigation to over 100 UNRWA officials for ties to Hamas and involvement in October 7, 2023 attacks.
The inquiry has already identified 14 UNRWA employees linked to Hamas.
U.S. President Donald Trump halted U.S. funding to UNRWA over its terrorist ties.
USAID Deputy Inspector General Adam Kaplan will present findings to Congress, highlighting fraud and misuse of taxpayer funds.