European Union funding for UNRWA in Gaza

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The European Union will pay 50 million euros to the main provider of aid in Gaza after the U.N. agency allowed experts to audit its staff screening process to identify extremists. The agency has faced allegations of staff members participating in Hamas attacks, leading to funding suspensions from several countries.

Key Points

  • EU to pay 50 million euros to UNRWA in Gaza
  • UNRWA faced funding suspensions due to allegations of staff involvement in Hamas attacks
  • Agency agrees to audit its staff screening process to receive EU funds

Pros

  • EU funding will help UNRWA provide essential aid to Palestinians in Gaza
  • Expert audit will ensure staff screening process is improved to prevent extremist involvement

Cons

  • Allegations of UNRWA staff participating in Hamas attacks have led to funding suspensions
  • Agency is on the brink of financial collapse due to funding cuts