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UNRWA Accuses Israel of Disinformation Campaign Amid Allegations of Hamas Ties

Dec 4, 2024, 04:34 PM

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has accused the Israeli government of running a global disinformation campaign against it, labeling the agency as a terror organization. This accusation comes amidst claims from various sources that UNRWA has ties to Hamas, with critics arguing that the agency has employed terrorists, allowed its facilities to be used for terrorist activities, and even taught Palestinian children to glorify terrorism. UNRWA has responded by suggesting that Israel's actions might constitute hate speech. The controversy has led to calls for the agency to be defunded or disbanded, with some accusing UNRWA of abandoning its neutrality and engaging in a public relations battle with Israel. There are also allegations that UNRWA is lobbying to restore Hamas rule in Gaza.