Summary
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which supports Palestinian refugees, has been restricted in its operations in Gaza. Despite a temporary improvement after a ceasefire agreement, aid has again become difficult to distribute due to resumed conflict. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is currently managing aid distribution under challenging and unsafe conditions.
Key Facts
- UNRWA was created in 1949 to support Palestinian refugees with services like food, healthcare, and education.
- The agency's operations in Gaza have faced restrictions and pressure, particularly from Israel.
- A ceasefire in early 2024 allowed UNRWA to briefly resume aid distribution in an organized way.
- Israel accused some UNRWA staff of involvement in attacks, affecting the agency’s funding from Western countries.
- After fighting resumed, UNRWA's aid operations stopped due to a lack of supplies.
- The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) was set up to replace UNRWA in aid distribution.
- GHF's distribution process lacks organization and safety, resulting in chaotic and dangerous conditions for Palestinians.
