The head of the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) said on Sunday Israel had informed the U.N. that it will no longer approve UNRWA food convoys to the north of Gaza.
WATCH: Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is reportedly en route to Washington, D.C., as the U.S. pushes Israel to abandon its planned offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah. The trip also comes as pressure grows for more aid to be let into Gaza, with the United Nations saying the only effective and efficient way to do so is by road. Mike Drolet reports.“This is outrageous and makes it intentional to obstruct lifesaving assistance during a man-made famine.
The allegations prompted UNRWA’s biggest donor, the United States, and some others to pause funding, putting the agency’s future in doubt. However, other countries including Canada, Australia and Sweden have since restored funding.UNRWA and Egypt said last week that Lazzarini, who was on a visit to Cairo, was denied entry to Gaza by Israeli authorities.
“By preventing UNRWA to fulfill its mandate in Gaza, the clock will tick faster towards famine & many more will die of hunger, dehydration + lack of shelter,” Lazzarini added.
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