United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East
Coverage of United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East in the Nexus archive.
- UNRWA fires 70 Gaza staffers amid allegations of Hamas ties, says terminations not admission of guilt
UNRWA fired 70 Gaza staff amid allegations of Hamas ties, stating the decision was to mitigate safety risks and not an admission of guilt. A USAID investigation referred over 100 UNRWA staff for suspension or dismissal, citing involvement in Hamas activities. Israeli authorities accuse UNRWA of being linked to Hamas and using its infrastructure for terrorism.
- In Gaza, the simplest of weddings are barely affordable
Couples in Gaza are having simple weddings in tents due to war, displacement, and high prices. The joy of weddings is being stripped away as a result. This is affecting the wedding celebrations in the region.
- As summer approaches, skin diseases spread through Gaza’s refugee camps
Skin conditions are a growing concern in Gaza's refugee camps as summer approaches, posing a challenge for healthcare workers. Rising temperatures exacerbate the issue, making it a serious health problem. The situation is particularly dire in Gaza due to limited resources and infrastructure.