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Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: UNRWA Director's Urgent Appeal
UNRWA director Scott Anderson describes the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, urging respect for civilian safety zones and addressing accusations of leniency towards Hamas.
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- Does UNRWA have evidence of Hamas members among its employees?
- Anderson clarified that UNRWA has no evidence of Hamas members being employed and that if evidence exists, appropriate action has been taken.
- Are there any safe zones in Gaza, and are they being respected?
- Anderson stated that there are no safe places in Gaza, including designated safe zones, and that not all parties respect the inviolability of civilian safe spaces like hospitals and schools.
- What is the current humanitarian situation in Gaza according to UNRWA?
- Scott Anderson, UNRWA director in Gaza, described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as critical and urged all parties to respect civilian safety zones.
- How has UNRWA responded to accusations of being too lenient with Hamas?
- Anderson addressed accusations of UNRWA being too lenient with Hamas, stating that UNRWA acted swiftly upon discovering links between some employees and the group, but cannot guarantee all Hamas operatives have been removed.
- What UNRWA facilities have been targeted, and what is the impact on civilians?
- UNRWA facilities and Palestinian schools have been attacked, according to Anderson, who called for the protection of these locations to ensure civilian safety.