Israel's parliament bans UN relief agency from operating in the country
Summary: Israel's parliament has passed a law banning the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating in the country. This decision follows allegations of staff ties to the October 7 attack on Israel.
The law prohibits UNRWA from interacting with Israeli authorities and denies work permits to its staff. It does not affect operations in Palestinian territories or elsewhere.
The ban could lead to the closure of UNRWA's East Jerusalem headquarters and disrupt aid routes into Gaza. Several countries, including the US and UK, have expressed concern over the impact on humanitarian aid for Palestinian refugees.
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