Qalandiya Training Centre

The Qalandiya Training Centre is a facility operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) located in Kafr Aqab, East Jerusalem. It serves as a key educational and vocational training site for Palestinian refugees. The center has recently become newsworthy due to an Israeli raid and seizure of the facility on August 26, 2026. The head of UNRWA, Christian Saunders, condemned the action, characterizing it as part of a broader campaign to undermine the agency and Palestinian rights. The seizure involved Israeli forces entering and taking control of the premises, with nearby areas reportedly closed off prior to the raid. This event highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding UNRWA's operations in East Jerusalem and its significance in providing essential services to Palestinian refugees.