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UN agency calls on countries to reconsider shocking halt in Gaza funding

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The president of UNRWA, the UN agency that helps Palestine  refugees, has urged some countries to reconsider their decision to  stop financing since it could jeopardise the organization’s life-saving efforts, particularly in Gaza. The suspension of money in response to accusations made against small group of employees was alarming, according to statement  released by UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini. Sanctioning an organisation and the community as whole due to  accusations of criminal activity against certain individuals would be incredibly reckless, particularly during period of political unrest , conflict, and displacement in the area. Lazzarini asked the nations that withdrew their financial support to reconsider their choices before UNRWA is compelled to cease its  humanitarian efforts.

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