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Israel demolishes UN’s East Jerusalem site in ‘unprecedented attack’ defying international law

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersJanuary 20, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Israel demolishes UN’s East Jerusalem site in ‘unprecedented attack’ defying international law
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On Tuesday, Israeli forces demolished structures within the UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem, a site seized by Israel last year. UNRWA condemned the demolition as a violation of international law and an unprecedented attack on the agency. Israeli forces entered the compound, removed security guards, and used bulldozers to raze several buildings that previously housed dozens of UNRWA staff and stored aid. UNRWA has not used the compound since Israel ordered its closure and cessation of operations last year. Israel's parliament passed a law in October 2024 banning UNRWA from operating in the country.

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West Bank 50% Gaza 50% Jonathan Fowler ×260% East Jerusalem ×380% United Nations Relief and Works Agency ×485% Israel ×790%

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unrwa 90% israel 90% east jerusalem 80% demolition 80% international law 70% palestinian refugee agency 60% united nations 50% aid 40%

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South China Morning Post
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Center-Right (0.50)
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90%
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Israel

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