The Latest Breaking News from Philippe Lazzarini

UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem faced arson attacks, prompting closure due to safety concerns for UN staff.

UNRWA commissioner-general emphasizes urgent need for Israel-Hamas ceasefire to prevent further suffering and displacement in Gaza.

Report from former French foreign minister finds Israel has not backed up claims it made against refugee agency.

Appealing to UNSC for protection, Philippe Lazzarini says UNRWA’s work more crucial than ever amid Israel’s war on Gaza.

UNRWA Commissioner-General warns of humanitarian crises and potential famine in Gaza due to campaign to end operations.

UNRWA head appeals to Security Council to safeguard agency amid Israeli calls for dissolution, highlighting potential humanitarian crisis and famine in Gaza.

UNRWA, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, is on the brink of collapse. Since the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, the agency has come under suspicion, accused of being too close to the terrorist acts of Hamas. Many donor countries have…

Japan resumes funding to UNRWA after reassurances on staff neutrality and project oversight.

Japanese foreign minister makes the announcement after holding talks last week with UNRWA chief.