Israel's parliament votes to ban UN agency for Palestinian refugees and designates it a terror organization
Summary: Israel's parliament has voted to ban the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, from operating in Israel and the Palestinian territories. The agency has been designated a terror organization, severing all ties with the Israeli government.
UNRWA provides essential services like education and healthcare to nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees. The agency has faced criticism from Israel, which claims it supports Hamas and is outdated. The new legislation does not propose any alternative for aid distribution.
The decision has raised concerns among international governments and aid organizations. Critics argue it will worsen the humanitarian situation in Gaza, where many rely on UNRWA for basic needs. The U.S. State Department expressed deep concern over the legislation.
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