Israel accuses UNRWA of employing Hamas terrorists, demands their dismissal

In a recent development, Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) of employing 100 terrorist operatives. Ambassador Amir Weissbrod highlighted concerns over the presence of Hamas terrorists within UNRWA, with some holding high-ranking positions. The Ministry has urged UNRWA to immediately terminate these staffers, providing a list of names and IDs of the alleged terrorist operatives. The letter from Ambassador Weissbrod, dated July 4 and obtained by Fox News Digital, revealed that Israel had discovered numerous members of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) working for UNRWA in the Gaza Strip. This revelation has raised significant alarm among Israeli officials, prompting the sharing of a partial list of terrorist employees with UNRWA donors. UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini previously announced the termination of staff involved in attacks to safeguard the agency's humanitarian mission. Despite these developments, UNRWA has not yet responded to requests for comment from Fox News Digital. The organization's handling of the situation remains under scrutiny, especially in light of the ongoing concerns raised by Israeli authorities. The issue underscores the delicate balance UNRWA must maintain in delivering aid while ensuring its staff do not pose a threat to regional security. In a related context, Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter continues to shed light on instances of rising anti-Jewish prejudice globally, including in the U.S. This newsletter aims to keep readers informed about such concerning trends on a weekly basis. Subscribers are encouraged to log in or create a free account to access further details, while also agreeing to Fox News' Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, which includes a Notice of Financial Incentive.