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- UNRWA's viability is at risk, according to Philippe Lazzarini, the agency's outgoing head.
- A March 17 letter from Lazzarini details funding shortfalls.
- The letter notes Israeli attacks killed over 390 UNRWA employees during the Gaza war.
- U.S. funding was frozen in January 2024 amid accusations against UNRWA staff related to a Hamas attack.
- Christian Saunders will serve as temporary replacement after Lazzarini's departure on March 31.
