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UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini statement to the UN Security Council

UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini statement to the UN Security Council

25 August 2022
Over 80 per cent of Palestine refugees in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza live below the poverty line. In Gaza, the escalation of violence earlier this month was a stark reminder that war and violence can erupt anytime in the absence of a genuine and comprehensive effort to resolve...

Situation in Gaza: Statement attributable to the UNRWA Spokesperson

07 August 2022
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is deeply concerned by the events in Gaza over the last two days. Yesterday, five Palestine refugees were killed in Jabalia camp including two children who attended UNRWA schools. The...

Tragic death of UNRWA student in Deraa: Dangers of Explosive Remnants of War remain daily reality for many

26 July 2022
26 July 2022 Damascus A 14-year-old child was killed in Syria on 26 July, when a remnant of war which he was handling, exploded while he played with his friend on Al-Sahafa Avenue in Dera'a City, Syria. The boy, a 9th Grade student at the UNRWA Taitaba School, died after...

US Contributions to UNRWA in 2021-2022 are Key to Agency’s Ability to Operate

19 July 2022
Amman 19 July 2022 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) deeply appreciates the resolute support by the United States to its operations that contribute to the human rights and dignity of Palestine refugees. During his...

UNRWA Thanks the United States for its Generous Support for Palestine Refugees

15 July 2022
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is deeply appreciative of the public affirmation of support for our work during President Biden’s trip to the region. The Biden Administration understands the importance of this...

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