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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Israel's Bold Move Against UNRWA: What's Really Going On?

Israel has taken a strong step against the UN agency helping Palestinian refugees. They destroyed two UNRWA buildings in East Jerusalem. One was an office in Sheikh Jarrah, and the other was a school in Qalandia. This is part of a bigger plan to stop UNRWA from working in areas Israel controls. UNR

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Feb 12 2025POLITICS

Middle East Allies Dodge Trump's Gaza Plan

In the Middle East, Jordan and Egypt are in a tight spot. They're trying to steer clear of a controversial idea from U. S. President Trump. He wants them to take in a massive number of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. This is a big deal for both countries. They see it as a major threat to their sta

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Future on the Table: What's the Deal with Trump's Plan?

There's a lot of buzz around US President Trump's fresh take on Gaza's future. He wants US to take the reins of Gaza. He has envisioned an impressive remake of Gaza, transforming it into a modern Mediterranean paradise which he calls the "Riviera of the Middle East. " This plan is not without con

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

The Shifting Ground in Gaza: A Refugee Crisis

A major change has hit the ground in Gaza. Israel has taken a hard stance. It has decided to not play nice with the UN agency that helps Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA. An Israeli diplomat, Danny Danon, announced that Israel will no longer work with the UNRWA. They want the UN agency to shut d

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's Unusual Plan for Gaza: Moving People and Building New Homes

President Donald Trump has an interesting idea for the Gaza Strip. He thinks it might be good to move more than a million Palestinians out of Gaza and into nearby countries. He spoke with the king of Jordan about this, asking if Jordan could take in more people. Trump thinks Jordan and Egypt, which

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Why Israel's Ban on UNRWA Might Hurt Palestinians

Imagine you live in a place where there's almost no government. That's Gaza, and a big help there is UNRWA, a United Nations group that does lots of stuff like teaching kids, giving healthcare, and even helping people with their feelings. But recently, Israel said "no more" to UNRWA, claiming the gr

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Why Did Israel Ban UNRWA?

Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Shuts Down UN Refugee Aid: What's Next?

Imagine this: nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees could be left without critical support like food, healthcare, and education. This is what's at stake after Israel's parliament passed a law banning a key UN agency from operating in territories it controls. The agency, UNRWA, has been a lifeline fo

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Why Is UNRWA Facing a Ban in Israel?

Recently, Israel's parliament voted to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). This agency has been crucial for millions of Palestinians who depend on it for vital services. They might lose access to education, food, healthcare, and more if this ban comes into

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Oct 01 2024POLITICS

The Split Identity of a UNRWA Employee

In the complex web of international politics, the line between individuals' allegiances can often blur. This was the case for Fatah Sharif, a UNRWA employee who was recently killed in an airstrike in Lebanon. Sharif's dual identity as a UNRWA employee and a top Hamas commander has sparked controvers

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