Egypt condemns Israeli Knesset's approval of bill banning UNRWA operations

CAIRO (WAM)

Egypt on Tuesday condemned the Israeli Knesset’s approval of a bill banning the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and restricting its ability to provide support to Palestinian citizens in the occupied Palestinian territories.

In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt considered this action part of a long series of Israeli violations of international law and international humanitarian law, which indicate a growing lack of respect for the international community and the UN.

Cairo called on the international community and UN institutions, particularly the UN Security Council (UNSC), to take a strong stance against these clear and systematic Israeli crimes and violations.

"Egypt stresses that UNRWA’s role is irreplaceable and essential," the ministry said, urging the UNSC to fulfil its primary role in maintaining international peace and security.