UN chief urges countries to reverse UNRWA funding suspension

Secretary-General António Guterres has appealed to the countries that suspended funding to the UN agency assisting Palestine refugees (UNRWA) to reconsider their decisions, to ensure continuity of its vital humanitarian operations.

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UN chief urges countries to reverse UNRWA funding suspension

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