The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) will officially end its operations in Jerusalem following a law passed by the Israeli parliament on September 28, 2024. The closure will deprive tens of thousands of Palestinians of essential services, including education and healthcare.

Palestinian Presidency Spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh condemned Israel’s decision, calling it a provocation that disregards international legitimacy and could escalate regional tensions.

Israel has accused UNRWA of links to Hamas, alleging that some staff were involved in the October 7, 2023, attack. UNRWA, which has operated since 1949, provides aid to millions of Palestinian refugees across Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan, and Syria.

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ECO Leaders Meet in Khankendi for 17th Summit

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Description: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) will officially end its operations in Jerusalem following a law passed by the Israeli parliament on September 28, 2024. The closure will deprive tens of thousands of Palestinia

On Jul 4, 2025

The 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) convened in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, with the participation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other regional leaders. Hosted by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, the summit brought together heads of state and government from Iran, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC).

In his speech, President Erdoğan criticized Israel’s regional actions, stating, “We can neither abandon the Palestinian cause nor remain silent as the Netanyahu administration turns our region into a bloodbath.” Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended recent Iranian military actions under the UN Charter’s right to self-defense. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said, “Currently, Azerbaijan is building new cities and villages on the lands that Armenia turned into ruins, the Great Return program is being implemented.”

Established in 1985 as a continuation of the earlier RCD platform, the ECO aims to boost regional cooperation among its 10 member states. The summit, held every two years, facilitates joint initiatives across sectors such as trade, transport, energy, and health.

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