UN Chief Slams Israel’s Demolition of UNRWA Compound in East Jerusalem
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns Israel’s demolition of a UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem and urges its swift restoration.
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns Israel’s demolition of a UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem and urges its swift restoration.
Israeli authorities demolished buildings in UNRWA’s East Jerusalem compound on Jan 20, 2026, drawing sharp condemnation from the UN agency.
Israel’s demolition of the UNRWA site in East Jerusalem sparked sharp condemnation from the UN, PLO, and global community over breaches of international law.
On Dec. 9, Israeli forces raided the UNRWA office in East Jerusalem, detaining staff and raising their flag. UN Secretary-General condemned the breach of protected UN premises.
UNRWA warns that aid trickling into Gaza is far from enough to meet basic survival needs amid a severe humanitarian crisis.
UNRWA reports that ongoing hostilities in Gaza are putting Palestinians at serious risk, affecting daily life and essential services.