Israel enacts law restricting UN agency's operations in Gaza
Summary: Israel's parliament has passed a law that prohibits the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, from operating within Israel. The vote was 92-10, following a heated debate. This legislation could disrupt aid efforts in Gaza amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
The new law comes as Israel accuses UNRWA of having ties to Hamas and claims some of its staff participated in recent attacks. A second bill to sever diplomatic ties with UNRWA is also under consideration.
The U.S. has expressed deep concern over the legislation, emphasizing UNRWA's critical role in delivering humanitarian aid in Gaza. The U.S. State Department has raised these concerns with the Israeli government.
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