UNRWA still operating in Gaza and West Bank despite Israeli ban

Unrwa closure imminent as last-bid attempts to stop Israeli ban fail

Palestinians in war-devastated Gaza and occupied West Bank expected to be hardest hit by ban on refugee agency. The main UN agency serving Palestinians in the occupied territories, including Gaza, ...

The Guardian - 1d

Israeli ban on UNRWA could ‘sabotage’ Gaza ceasefire, says agency chief

Philippe Lazzarini warns new legislation restricting Palestinian refugee work risks undermining international law

Financial Times - 6d

Israeli army applies 'lessons' learned in Gaza as it continues West Bank offensive

Jenin residents reported constant gunfire and explosions between Israeli forces and Hamas militants. Ten people were killed earlier this week.

NBC News - Jan. 23

Ten killed as Israel pursues military operation in occupied West Bank

Minister talks of eliminating ‘terrorists’ but Palestinians say plan is to ‘gradually annex’ their land

Financial Times - Jan. 22

Israel Embarks on an ‘Extensive’ Military Operation in the West Bank

The announcement came shortly after President Trump rescinded Biden-era sanctions on Israeli settlers and Jewish extremists raided Palestinian villages in protest against the cease-fire in Gaza.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

Israeli soldier killed by West Bank roadside bomb

Yahoo News - Jan. 20

Israeli airstrike targets armed group in West Bank

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Palestinian Authority Bans Al Jazeera in West Bank

The ban comes as the PA battles militants from Hamas and its allies for control over parts of the West Bank, a fight that could shape the struggle for leadership of the Palestinian cause.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Israeli Threat to UNRWA Looms Over Gaza

The U.N. agency known as UNRWA has been the backbone of aid to Gaza. Now, Israel is moving to ban it over accusations that it shielded Hamas militants.

The New York Times - Jan. 2