Amid severe access restriction and heightened insecurity, UNRWA teams continue providing essential services to #Palestine Refugees, including health care in UNRWA’s health centres and emergency health points across the occupied #WestBank. #UNRWAworks

“Early this morning, Israeli forces stormed the UNRWA Headquarters, a United Nations site, in East Jerusalem.” Statement by UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini: www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

Secretary-General António Guterres strongly condemns Israel’s unlawful entry into and closure of the UNRWA Jerusalem Health Centre in occupied East Jerusalem. He urges Israel to immediately take steps to restore UNRWA premises. Full statement: www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

“The UN footprint in occupied East Jerusalem is shrinking fast.” — Roland Friedrich, Director of UNRWA Affairs in occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem Full statement: www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

The Kalandia Training Centre in East #Jerusalem is under threat. A recently passed amendment to Israel’s anti-UNRWA laws could allow the expropriation of the land and force the closure of UNRWA’s oldest vocational training centre. #UNRWAworks

Since it started in January 2025, the Israeli forces' “Iron Wall” operation has caused massive destruction, and large-scale, forced displacement in the occupied #WestBank. This is putting thousands of #Palestine Refugees in a cycle of forced displacement, trauma and economic hardship. It must stop

"Un ataque contra UNRWA es un ataque contra la ONU en su conjunto y contra los Estados miembro que la crearon. Va en contra del derecho internacional y de las obligaciones de Israel como Estado miembro de la ONU". @grfriedrich.bsky.social, director de UNRWA en #Cisjordania

The year 2025 ended both with a broad expression of solidarity of people across the world with #Palestine Refugees, and with further steps taken by the Israeli Authorities setting a dangerous precedent. International human rights law and international humanitarian law must be protected.

This week, @unrwa.org has supported more than 1,600 forcibly displaced families from Jenin, Tulkarm and Nur Shams camps with Cash for Rent. These #PalestineRefugees from the northern #WestBank have often endured repeated displacement, significantly increasing vulnerability and protection risks.

An attack on UNRWA is an attack on the UN as a whole, and the member states that created it. It goes against international law and Israel’s obligations as a UN member state - there is no justification for it. It sets a dangerous precedent for UN operations worldwide. — UNRWA Roland Friedrich

The Hawash family is one of the many #Palestine Refugee families supported through UNRWA’s microfinance programme in the occupied West Bank. Supporting entrepreneurs helps expand small businesses and create job opportunities. #UNRWAworks to provide vital services to Palestine Refugees.

“UNRWA supports us when we need it most.” From Jalazone Refugee Camp in the occupied #WestBank, Fatima shares her hope that UNRWA can continue providing essential services for #Palestine Refugees. #UNRWAworks

More devastating news from the northern #WestBank: another demolition order has been issued by Israeli forces against #NurShams Camp. The forced displacement of the more than 32,000 Palestine Refugees in the northern West Bank must not become permanent. — UNRWA Roland Friedrich

In East Jerusalem, Israeli authorities forcibly entered the UNRWA compound. “That's what international law is there for: to protect the weak and make sure that humanitarian organisations can continue their life-saving work,” our Roland Friedrich tells RT. International law must be respected.

“Today in the early morning, Israeli police accompanied by municipal officials forcibly entered the UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem.” UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini’s statement: www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

What is UNRWA’s mandate? UNRWA was established to provide assistance and protection to #Palestine Refugees pending a just and lasting solution to their plight. “Investing in peace is the answer to end what was meant to be a temporary situation,” says UNRWA Commissioner-General.

“I salute the overwhelming vote by the UN General Assembly to renew UNRWA's mandate for three years. It reflects the broad solidarity of people across the world with #Palestine Refugees.” — UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini Full statement: www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

“UNRWA staff work with great commitment, serving as the first line of support in delivering services," says Najwa, an UNRWA Field Nursing Services Officer. #UNRWAworks to prevent and respond to gender-based violence in the occupied West Bank including East Jerusalem. #16Days

Over 12,000 children in the occupied #WestBank are displaced, and 47 have been killed this year. UNRWA continues to safeguard the #Palestine Refugee children, their education, health, and safety. Children’s rights are non-negotiable.

More than ten months into operation ‘Iron Wall’, Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams camps have been completely emptied by Israeli forces, with some 32,000 residents remaining forcibly displaced. -Roland Friedrich, Director of UNRWA Affairs for the West Bank, including East Jerusalem

During her visit to Baqa’a Camp in #Jordan, UN Deputy Relief Chief, Joyce Msuya met Palestinian refugee families. She saw the impact of sustained support for education, protection and essential services. OCHA stands with UNRWA and partners working to ensure dignity and hope for every family.

UNRWA remains a lifeline in the occupied #WestBank, including East Jerusalem. UNRWA’s Roland Friedrich explains how 4,600 colleagues continue to provide basic services to over 930,000 Palestine Refugees – including educational, healthcare, social protection, microfinance services. #UNRWAworks

In the occupied #WestBank, 48,000 children go to UNRWA schools. In response to the Israeli Forces “Iron Wall” operation, UNRWA launched an adapted education programme in February 2025 to provide a continuity of learning for its students. #UNRWAworks

With settler violence targeting the annual olive harvest across the #WestBank, October 2025 is on track to be the most violent month since UNRWA began tracking it. “Families should be allowed unhindered access to their lands to harvest their olives in safe conditions” says UNRWA’s Roland Friedrich.

In the #WestBank, including East Jerusalem, UNRWA is leading the emergency response to the largest displacement crisis since 1967. To support sanitation services, UNRWA has been removing 13 tons of waste daily in communities hosting forcibly displaced people. #UNRWAworks

So far in 2025, UNRWA has done 700,000 medical consultations in the occupied #WestBank including East Jerusalem. These include consultations provided in alternative health facilities & by emergency mobile teams set up in response to the Israeli Forces operation “Iron Wall.” #UNRWAworks

Since the Israeli Forces operation “Iron Wall” in the occupied #WestBank started last January, an estimated 700 houses have been destroyed or heavily damaged. Supported by other humanitarian partners, UNRWA distributed aid to displaced people. This violence must stop. #UNRWAworks

Since the start of the war in Gaza, the occupied #WestBank, including East Jerusalem, has also witnessed a sharp escalation in violence. More than 1,000 Palestinians, including children, have been killed, and many more injured or displaced. This must stop. The future of Gaza and West Bank are one.

UNRWA Commissioner-General on ICJ: The court stressed that UNRWA is the key humanitarian actor in Gaza with a “unique and sustained connection” to the occupied Palestinian territory. www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

“In the northern occupied #WestBank, destruction and forced displacement persist. ... The future of Gaza and West Bank are one. A drawdown in Gaza should not become an opportunity to tighten the grip of occupation elsewhere." — UNRWA Roland Friedrich

The first batch of insulin syringes procured with a generous contribution from the Government of China have arrived in @unrwa.org warehouses in the #WestBank. These insulin syringes will soon be distributed to diabetic patients, ensuring a regular and uninterrupted supply.

Yesterday I had a series of constructive meetings in Cairo at the League of Arab States with H.E. Dr. Nada El Agizy and H.E. Dr. Faed Mustafa, reinforcing our shared commitment to protecting the mandate of @unrwa.org, and sustaining the Agency's indispensable work in support of #PalestineRefugees.

The release of 20 Israeli hostages and nearly 2000 Palestinian prisoners this week marks both an end and a new beginning. As the long-awaited ceasefire starts in Gaza, this moment must mark the beginning of building a durable peace across the occupied Palestinian territory, including the #WestBank.

The 2025 olive harvest season has started across the #WestBank, at a time when settler violence against Palestinian communities, including the agricultural sector, continues unabated. This week alone, hundreds of olive trees have been uprooted or destroyed by settlers.

This #DayOfTheGirl, we honour the resilience of all girls on the frontlines of crisis, especially those forcibly displaced in the northern #WestBank. More than 6,000 girls remain uprooted from their homes, with their education disrupted and their futures uncertain. Yet, they refuse to give up.

In the occupied #WestBank, Palestinians are facing the worst displacement crisis since 1967. Amid escalating violence, UNRWA continues to serve 920,000 #Palestine Refugees, keeping schools, clinics, and vital aid running. Learn about our work: www.unrwa.org/resources/fa...

In the northern West Bank, operation ‘Iron Wall’ continues, with some 32,000 residents of #Palestine Refugee camps unable to return to their homes. UNRWA is leading the emergency response and delivering health, emergency education, waste management, and cash assistance. #UNGA80 #UNRWAworks

Today, some 46,000 Palestine refugee children will be started the school year in @unrwa.org schools across the #WestBank. Amid heightened violence and displacement, our schools provide safe havens for children to learn, delivering both quality education and support for their wellbeing.

Thousands of #PalestineRefugees from #Gaza – labourers and medical patients with their accompanying family members – remain stranded in the #WestBank since October 2023, unable to return to their homes and without a regular source of income.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we pay tribute to the dedication and resilience of @unrwa.org staff who persevere in their work supporting #PalestineRefugees in the #WestBank under impossible conditions. UNRWA's Palestinian staff carry the mandate of the Agency on their shoulders.

At a time when the #WestBank is witnessing heightened violence and heavy movement restrictions, UNRWA’s summer camps provide spaces for children to play and learn. Like around 8,600 girls and boys, Sara took part in sports and art activities. See what she has to say.  #UNRWAworks

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of two members of the Palestine refugee community of Umm al Kheir in the #SouthHebron Hills in the #WestBank yesterday. A third community member was seriously injured during the same incident.

This week, approximately 8,600 boys and girls have been participating in summer camps at 48 @unrwa.org schools across the #WestBank. At a time when the West Bank is witnessing heightened violence and heavy movement restrictions, there are very few safe spaces for children to play and learn.

“Diplomacy is not broken beyond repair but it must remember its purpose: not to look concerned, but to make change happen. The people of the region don’t need more words. It needs leadership. It needs consequences. And above all, it needs hope backed by deeds.”

Israel is expelling yet another UN official, growing the vacuum of international humanitarian presence just when it is most needed in the #OccupiedPalestinianTerritory. @unrwa.org international staff were already forced to leave #Gaza and the #WestBank months ago. www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...

Last week, a proposed amendment to the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) laws against UNRWA was published. The amendment contains two key proposals against UNRWA in the occupied Palestinian territory, particularly targeting East Jerusalem Full statement: www.unrwa.org/newsroom/off...

Cash for Rent provides a lifeline for #PalestineRefugees who have been forcibly displaced from their homes in camps in the northern #WestBank. Access to #SafeShelter is a human right and a basic need during emergencies.

“It’s not the camp we knew before. I want to cry for it.”   A compelling DW News report on Palestinian women who were finally able to return to #JeninCamp for the first time in six months to check on their homes. They found scenes that brought them to tears.   www.youtube.com/shorts/ZdErL...

For several years, the #PalestineRefugees of Umm al Kheir in the South Hebron Hills have been facing settler harassment and violence, home demolitions and administrative measures that cumulatively erode the way of life of this Bedouin community that @unrwa.org serves.

“The interim decision marks a rare acknowledgment by the Court of the severity of the demolition orders and the urgent need to give the affected families a meaningful opportunity to defend their right to remain in their homes.” www.adalah.org/en/content/v...