US Investigation of UNRWA Could Lead to Its Being Labeled a Foreign Terrorist Organization
The U.S. is investigating the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for potential ties to terrorism, which could lead to its designation as a foreign terrorist organization. This investigation focuses on at least 1,500 staff members suspected of connections to Hamas. The scrutiny follows years of criticism regarding UNRWA's operations and its alleged support for terrorist activities.
- ▪The U.S. investigation into UNRWA is expanding to include 1,500 individuals suspected of terrorism ties.
- ▪UNRWA has been criticized for its alleged collaboration with Hamas and for being a support system for terrorist activities.
- ▪The Trump administration is considering sanctions that could strip UNRWA of its diplomatic immunity.
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US Investigation of UNRWA Could Lead to Its Being Labeled a Foreign Terrorist Organization David Strom 10:00 AM | May 29, 2026 AP Photo/Hussein Malla I have written several times about the fundamental corruption of the UNRWA. It is one of two "refugee" aid organizations at the United Nations. It is dedicated to serving Palestinians throughout the Middle East. The other exists to serve every other refugee in the world. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function () { googletag.display("div-gpt-300x250_4"); //googletag.pubads().refresh([gptAdSlot["div-gpt-300x250_4"]]) }); That's right. One agency for Palestinians. The other for every other refugee in the world. Think about that and let it sink in.
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