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WED · 2026-01-21 · 12:01 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0121-9333
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UN condemns Israel’s demolition of UNRWA HQ in occupied East Jerusalem
In January 2026, the United Nations condemned Israel's demolition of buildings belonging to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in occupied East Jerusalem. UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq stated that the demolition was "unacceptable." The UN is demanding the immediate return and restoration of the UNRWA premises.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-01-21 · 12:01 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In January 2026, the United Nations condemned Israel's demolition of buildings belonging to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in occupied East Jerusalem. UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq stated that the demolition was "unacceptable." The UN is demanding the immediate return and restoration of the UNRWA premises. The incident occurred in occupied East Jerusalem, further escalating tensions in the region. The UN's condemnation highlights concerns regarding the protection of UN facilities and the ongoing situation in the occupied territories.
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UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq has condemned Israel’s demolition of UNRWA buildings as ‘unacceptable’.
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Farhan Haq says UN premises must be returned and restored immediately.
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UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq condemned Israel’s demolition of UNRWA buildings in occupied East Jerusalem.
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