US confirms UNRWA worker was active Hamas operative during attacks

In October 2023, Al-Naami, a UNRWA social worker, was filmed dragging an Israeli body during a Hamas attack. U.S. investigators later confirmed he was an active Hamas operative. This revelation has led to scrutiny of UNRWA, with over 100 staff linked to Hamas, prompting discussions about the organization's future and potential U.S. aid policy changes.

US confirms UNRWA worker was active Hamas operative during attacks
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Updated Aug 27, 2026 First published Aug 25, 2026
Mestios ReporterCole HarrisonAlex Moreno

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