Overview
- Israeli crews began tearing down UNRWA’s compound in Sheikh Jarrah, with an Israeli flag raised over the site.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir attended the operation and called it a “historic day,” according to reports from the scene.
- The Foreign Ministry said the demolition complies with legislation that bans UNRWA over alleged links to armed groups, allegations the agency denies.
- UNRWA said forces seized staff devices and expelled private security, calling the action a serious violation of international law and UN immunities.
- The agency warned of risks to its Qalandia vocational school and Shua'fat health center as facilities have faced closures and raids since last year’s Knesset ban.