UN Chief Antonio Guterres on UNRWA donor countries

UN Chief Antonio Guterres met with 35 Member States, as well as the European Union on 30th January to discuss the Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).

The Chief listened to brief the Member States on the actions being taken to deal with the allegations regarding UNRWA and some UNRWA staff. The Chief underscored the importance of the humanitarian work that UNRWA does every day in Gaza and in the region. UNRWA provides vital humanitarian aid to Palestine refugees. The agency is providing lifesaving aid to over two million civilians, operating shelters for over one million and providing food, water and healthcare services.