Australia Restores UNRWA Funding Amid Gaza Crisis
Following a pause due to staff allegations, Australia joins other nations in resuming support for Palestinian aid, addressing the humanitarian needs in Gaza.
- Australia has resumed funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), following a pause due to allegations of staff involvement in a Hamas attack.
- The decision aligns with actions taken by Sweden, the European Commission, and Canada, aiming to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- Foreign Minister Penny Wong emphasized that UNRWA is not considered a terrorist organization, based on current advice from agencies and government lawyers.
- Australia's aid package includes an increase in funding and support for airdropping humanitarian supplies into Gaza.
- The resumption of funding comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, with Israel's military operations resulting in significant civilian casualties and displacement.
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