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UNRWA spotlights Qatar’s ‘central role’ in supporting relief efforts for Palestine

The agency was established in 1949 in light of the forced dispossession of Palestinians by the Zionist state to make way for illegal Jewish settlers. The United Nations Relief and…

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Qatar steps in with $2.5 million to bolster UNRWA amid ‘chronic underfunding’ crisis

The agency previously called for the much-needed funding of $50-80 million to keep running until the end of the year. Qatar has stepped in to provide the United Nations agency…

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UNRWA thanks Qatar for ‘instrumental’ role in protecting education worldwide

Between 10 and 21 May 10 last year, a staggering 290 education facilities were damaged or destroyed in Palestine. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in…

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UNRWA hails Qatar’s Al Khater as ‘great advocate’ for Palestinian refugees

Qatar’s ongoing support for Palestinians comes as part of its advocate support for Palestine as the Israeli occupation continues. The United Nations praised the role of Qatar’s Assistant Foreign Minister…

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Qatar Charity donates $1.5 million in aid to Gaza

The Israeli blockade of Gaza has caused damage to its economy and resulted in the territory’s ‘de-development,’ according to the UN. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees…

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Qatar says it won’t change its position on the Palestinian struggle for freedom

The Gulf state recently distributed financial aid to families in Gaza for the third time since Israel’s May attacks. Qatar reiterated its position vis-à-vis the illegal occupation of Palestine on…

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Qatar pledges millions to Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA amid financial crisis

The Gulf state pledged two multimillion dollar agreements to rescue the “only lifeline” for Palestinian refugees from a looming collapse. Qatar announced a $25 million funding agreement to United Nations…

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UNRWA chief in Qatar warns ‘only lifeline’ for Palestinian refugees faces collapse

UNRWA is a designated UN agency to provide aid for Palestinian refugees across the Middle East. The commissioner-general for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, arrived…

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The Round up

The Round Up 11 April 2021

Top stories on #TheRoundUp this Sunday: Qatar thanks Biden for Palestine aid Teachers raise concerns on Twitter Essential services exempt from 50% workforce capacity Ramadan crescent sighting?

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