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UNRWA Closes East Jerusalem Offices Amid Hamas Allegations

1/28/2025

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The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is set to close its East Jerusalem offices by January 30, 2025, amid Israeli allegations of Hamas connections. This significant shift, prompted by a Knesset vote, threatens vital services for Palestinians and deepens the uncertainty in an already volatile region.

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The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is set to close its East Jerusalem offices by January 30, 2025, amid Israeli allegations of Hamas connections. This significant shift, prompted by a Knesset vote, threatens vital services for Palestinians and deepens the uncertainty in an already volatile region.