Posted 3/4/2024, 11:00:06 PM
Israel Releases Tapes Alleging UNRWA Staff Involvement in Attack; UN Awaits Evidence as Donors Freeze Funds Over Accusations
- Israel released audio tapes allegedly showing UNRWA teachers were involved in Oct 7 attack on Israel
- Tapes' authenticity not verified; Israel previously accused UNRWA staff without sharing evidence
- UN fired some employees, launched investigation, but still awaits info from Israel
- Multiple countries suspended funding to UNRWA over allegations, worsening humanitarian crisis
- Israel claimed 450 UNRWA employees belong to Hamas; UN disputes claim, says Israel raised no issues with employee list