{"id":269714,"date":"2021-12-21T11:54:13","date_gmt":"2021-12-21T16:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.un.org\/unispal\/?post_type=document&p=269714"},"modified":"2022-01-12T11:54:54","modified_gmt":"2022-01-12T16:54:54","slug":"if-left-unchecked-rising-violence-unilateral-activities-in-opt-could-undermine-fragile-stability-special-coordinator-warns-security-council-press-release-sc-14747","status":"publish","type":"document","link":"https:\/\/www.un.org\/unispal\/document\/if-left-unchecked-rising-violence-unilateral-activities-in-opt-could-undermine-fragile-stability-special-coordinator-warns-security-council-press-release-sc-14747\/","title":{"rendered":"If Left Unchecked, Rising Violence, Unilateral Activities in OPT Could Undermine Fragile Stability, Special Coordinator Warns Security Council – Press Release (SC\/14747)"},"content":{"rendered":"

8940TH MEETING (AM)<\/strong>
\nSC\/14747<\/strong>
\n21 DECEMBER 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fran\u00e7ais\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Video<\/a><\/p>\n

Expressing concern over a fragile and deteriorating security situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, the special coordinator for the region, in his briefing to the Security Council today, stressed that rising levels of violence should be a clear warning to the international community to take action in order to prevent further bloodshed.<\/p>\n

Tor Wennesland, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, told the 15-nation organ that the rising levels of violence seen in recent weeks \u201cshould be a clear warning to us all\u201d, and that \u2014 if left unchecked \u2014 will lead to yet another destructive, bloody round of violence. \u00a0Ongoing unilateral steps \u2014 such as Israeli settlements advancement and demolition activities of Palestinian homes \u2014 was undermining the institutional stability of the Palestinian Authority and the cessation of hostilities that has held since May.<\/p>\n

However, he also cited the positive development of recent local council elections in West Bank communities, in which over 25\u00a0per\u00a0cent of candidates were women. \u00a0Further, the Central Election Commission announced the start of preparations for a second round of municipal elections, to be held in March\u00a02022.<\/p>\n

Nonetheless, Israeli settlement expansion remains deeply concerning, he said, calling on the Israeli Government to cease all such activities immediately. \u00a0The deterioration of the security and socioeconomic situations across the Occupied Palestinian Territory must also be reversed, with all parties avoiding unilateral steps that change the realities on the ground.<\/p>\n

Strengthening the Palestinian Authority is critical to maintaining stability on the ground.\u00a0 However, while financial support towards this end is essential, it is not enough. \u00a0He expressed hope that 2022 will present opportunities to reverse negative trajectories and present ways to restore a political horizon.<\/p>\n

In the ensuing discussion, delegates shared the Special Coordinator\u2019s concern over rising tensions and violence and joined his call to Israelis and Palestinians alike to refrain from actions which would undercut advancement of the two-State solution.<\/p>\n

The representative of Niger, Council President for December, speaking in his national capacity, noted that as of 6\u00a0December, no less than 835\u00a0Palestinian structures have been demolished by the Israeli authorities, often based on military regulations whose illegality under international law is well known. \u00a0These demolitions will have displaced approximately 1,044\u00a0people this year alone, the highest number of since\u00a02016.<\/p>\n

Viet Nam\u2019s representative noted that no progress has been made in the five years since the adoption of resolution\u00a02334 (2016) on settlement activity. \u00a0Rather, demolitions, evictions and violence continue, he said, underscoring that it is not the lack of a legal framework but the lack of implementation that is hindering progress.\u00a0 While the security of Israel must be respected, it is in Israel\u2019s security interests to implement the resolution, along with other Â鶹APP relevant resolutions, he said.<\/p>\n

France\u2019s delegate concurred that the positive trend of previous months has been jeopardized by unilateral actions.\u00a0 The pause of construction in the Atarot settlement offers a stay, but it must be definitively abandoned, as it would be the first new settlement in Jerusalem in 25\u00a0years.\u00a0 With record levels of demolitions and evictions amid increasing settler violence, he welcomed the determination of Israeli authorities to combat extremism.<\/p>\n

Tunisia\u2019s representative emphasized that the major issue is that the parties do not feel obliged to respect Council resolutions.\u00a0 \u201cThis is why the situation in the Middle East is held hostage to tension and instability,\u201d he pointed out.\u00a0 The root cause \u2014 the occupation \u2014 must be tackled, he stressed, noting that without global peace, there can be no security and stability.<\/p>\n

The representative of the United States spotlighted the important role played by civil society members on the ground \u2014 citing a recent visit by Linda Thomas-Greenfield of the United States to Ramallah, where she was inspired by their efforts to advance democracy, human rights and economic opportunity. \u00a0While the United States has contributed more than $318\u00a0million to the Â鶹APP Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East\u00a0(UNRWA) this year, he stressed that the Agency once again faces a funding shortfall, calling on all States to contribute.<\/p>\n

Council members also bade farewell to five outgoing nations \u2014 Estonia, Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, and Vietnam \u2014 whose terms conclude at the end of\u00a02021, with many thanking those delegations for their efforts during their tenure on the Council.\u00a0 Several speakers also affirmed their commitment to work with the incoming members, including Albania, Brazil, Gabon, Ghana and the United Arab Emirates.<\/p>\n

Also speaking were the representatives of the Russian Federation, Kenya, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, United Kingdom, Ireland, Estonia, Norway, India, China and Mexico.<\/p>\n

The meeting began at 10:20\u00a0a.m. and ended at 12:04\u00a0p.m.<\/p>\n

Briefing<\/u><\/p>\n

TOR WENNESLAND, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, expressed continuing concern over the deteriorating security situation in the occupied West Bank, particularly in East Jerusalem.\u00a0 Ongoing unilateral steps \u2014 such as Israeli settlement, advancement and demolition activities \u2014 further exacerbate the situation and undermine the institutional stability of the Palestinian Authority.\u00a0 If left unchecked, the situation in the West Bank could deteriorate further, also impacting the situation in Gaza and undermining the cessation of hostilities that has held since May, he emphasized.<\/p>\n

Detailing recent violence resulting in the death and injury of Palestinian and Israeli civilians, he urged all parties to take steps to lower tension and restore calm.\u00a0 Turning to positive developments, he noted that local council elections occurred on 11\u00a0December in West Bank communities, in which over 25\u00a0per\u00a0cent of candidates were women.\u00a0 On 12\u00a0December, the Central Election Commission announced the start of preparations for a second round of municipal elections, to be held in March\u00a02022.<\/p>\n

\u201cIsraeli settlement remains deeply concerning\u201d, he stressed nevertheless, spotlighting the consideration of plans to expand settlement in areas that would threaten the continuity of a future Palestinian State.\u00a0 Such activities constitute a flagrant violation of Â鶹APP resolutions and international law, and he called on the Israeli Government to cease all settlement activities immediately.\u00a0 Further, the deterioration of the security and socioeconomic situations across the Occupied Palestinian Territory must be reversed, and all parties must avoid unilateral steps that change the realities on the ground.<\/p>\n

Concerted efforts \u2014 more than have been expended thus far \u2014 are needed to restore hope and strengthen the Palestinian Authority\u2019s institutional stability, he continued.\u00a0 Highlighting the fragility of the situation in Gaza, he urged further efforts to solidify the cessation of hostilities and meet the needs of the population.\u00a0 Further, movement and access must be improved with a view towards full lifting of closures in line with resolution\u00a01860 (2009).<\/p>\n

Stressing that the rising levels of violence seen in recent weeks \u201cshould be a clear warning to us all\u201d, he stated that \u2014 if left unchecked \u2014 festering drivers of conflict will lead to yet another destructive, bloody round of violence.\u00a0 The international community must act now to prevent that outcome.\u00a0 To that end, strengthening the Palestinian Authority is critical to maintaining stability on the ground.\u00a0 While financial support towards this end is essential, he underscored that it is not enough.\u00a0 Negative actions that undermine the Authority must stop.\u00a0 He went on to express hope that 2022 will present an opportunity to reverse negative trajectories and find ways to restore a political horizon.<\/p>\n

Statements<\/u><\/p>\n

RICHARD M. MILLS, JR (United States<\/u>) expressed concern over rising tensions in the West Bank and in and around Jerusalem, especially against civilians and urged authorities to condemn violence and respond in a proportionate and reasonable manner.\u00a0 Such episodes risk precipitating even more violence, he said, calling on Israelis and Palestinians to refrain from any action which would undercut advancement of the two-State solution, including demolitions, settlement expansion and eviction from homes, and compensate those imprisoned for acts of terrorism. \u00a0Noting the important role played by civil society members, he cited a recent visit by Linda Thomas-Greenfield of the United States to Ramallah, where she was inspired by their efforts to advance democracy, human rights and economic opportunity. \u00a0He also expressed support for the role played by Israeli and Palestinian non-governmental organizations in monitoring human rights abuses.\u00a0 Citing Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan’s welcome of Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennet to the United Arab Emirates last week, he looked forward to working with that State, as well as other incoming Security Council members, Albania, Brazil, Gabon and Ghana.\u00a0 While the United States has contributed more than $318\u00a0million to the Â鶹APP Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East\u00a0(UNRWA) in 2021, he voiced concern that the Agency once again faces a funding shortfall, thanking recent contributors including Qatar and Kuwait, and calling on all States to join that effort.<\/p>\n

DMITRY A. POLYANSKIY (Russian Federation<\/u>) said that general improvement in the situation in the Middle East region is impossible without a solution to the Palestinian problem. \u00a0The situation is complicated by unilateral actions \u2014 expropriation and destruction of Palestinian property, settlement construction, arbitrary arrests, violation of the status of the Holy Sites and incitement to violence. \u00a0He expressed concern about the Israeli leadership’s plans at the end of October to resume, after a brief pause, the building of illegal settlements on the West Bank and to double the number of settlers in the Jordan Valley by\u00a02026. \u00a0He called on the parties to resume the peace process on a universally-recognized international legal basis that includes the two-State formula. \u00a0He also called attention to the intention to hold the next unifying meeting in Moscow as soon as the leading Palestinian political forces and movements are ready to agree and enshrine common approaches in the relevant document. \u00a0His country is counting on the assistance of other interested parties, first and foremost Egypt, he added. \u00a0Further, it is crucial for UNRWA to continue its integrated work to provide humanitarian assistance to the millions of Palestinian refugees in the Middle East without hindrance.<\/p>\n

GIDEON KINUTHIA NDUNG’U (Kenya<\/u>), condemning recent terror attacks and shootings that Hamas and other groups continue to laud and claim, stressed that no cause can justify the deliberate targeting of civilians.\u00a0 These acts of terror must cease. \u00a0Towards that end, he urged all political, civilian and religious leaders from both sides to speak up and demonstrate daily effort to mitigate cycles of conflict.\u00a0 Turning to resolution\u00a02334 (2016), he underscored that its implementation must address the issues of settlement and territorial contiguity, along with the viability of the two-State solution.\u00a0 Pointing out that five\u00a0years have passed since that resolution was adopted, he said that the international community has \u201clittle to show in terms of its implementation\u201d.\u00a0 Despite decades of talk about a comprehensive, just and lasting peace, actual efforts in preventative diplomacy and peacebuilding always seem to constitute \u201ccatch-up\u201d or reactionary endeavours.\u00a0 To salvage resolution\u00a02334 (2016) and safeguard achievements made so far, he urged future reports to analyse the impact of issues such as settler expansion, demolition and the issuance of housing permits on the situation writ large.\u00a0 He added that, while needs in Gaza must be addressed, the world must not lose sight of the security and economic challenges present in the West Bank.<\/p>\n

NICOLAS DE RIVI\u00c8RE (France<\/u>) affirmed that only the two-State solution with recognized borders along 1967 lines with both parties having Jerusalem as their capital can fulfil the aspirations of both peoples.\u00a0 While those lines have been defined under international law and resolution\u00a02334 (2016), the resolution has been unable to prevent settlements.\u00a0 The positive trend of previous months has been jeopardized by unilateral actions, firstly by Israeli settlement expansion.\u00a0 The pause of construction in the Atarot settlement offers a stay, but that construction must be definitively abandoned, he stressed, noting it would be the first new settlement in Jerusalem in 25\u00a0years.\u00a0 With demolitions and evictions reaching record levels this year amid increasing settler violence, he welcomed the determination of Israeli authorities to combat extremism.\u00a0 However, Israel\u2019s designation of six\u00a0Palestinian humanitarian non-governmental organizations as terrorist groups \u2014 including one that received a human rights prize from France \u2014 represents a dwindling of space for civil society in Palestine.\u00a0 Palestinian authorities must also bolster democratic governance.\u00a0 The international community must act to reverse recent trends, consolidating the ceasefire in Gaza and stepping up reconstruction efforts.\u00a0 Calling for a surge in donations to UNRWA to enable the Agency to pay December salaries, he stressed the importance of restoring a political perspective between Israelis and Palestinians to build trust.<\/p>\n

ISIS AZALEA MARIA GONSALVES (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines<\/u>), underlining her country\u2019s solidarity with the State of Palestine, stressed that the world is watching and losing faith in this Security Council, as well as in the international rules-based order, for failing to uphold the very rules that had been adopted. \u00a0The lack of progress towards the two-State solution is egregious. \u00a0The escalation of hostilities in Gaza, forced displacement through home demolitions, undue restrictions on the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, extrajudicial killings of Palestinians, the impact of the COVID\u201119 pandemic on Palestinians and the situation of Palestinian refugees must be addressed with urgency. \u00a0She reiterated that the establishment of settlements in the Palestinian territory occupied since\u00a01967, including East Jerusalem, has no legal validity and constitutes a flagrant violation under international law. \u00a0The continued demolition and seizure of Palestinian structures is also deeply concerning. \u00a0She called on the Israeli authorities to lift the years-long blockade imposed on the Gaza Strip, to allow for the reconstruction of Gaza in its entirety.<\/p>\n

DINH QUY DANG (Viet Nam<\/u>) pointed out that the number of Palestinians killed by the use of force in the West Bank alone has been three\u00a0times as high as that of\u00a02020 and 2019, and the rate of injuries has been even higher. \u00a0Settler-related attacks remain a major concern, he noted, observing that no progress has been made in the five\u00a0years since the adoption of resolution\u00a02334 (2016).\u00a0 On the contrary, the negative trends on the ground have continued with more settlement expansions, demolitions, evictions, and violence. \u00a0It is not the lack of a legal framework but the lack of implementation that is hindering the settlement of this conflict, he stressed, reiterating that the resolution\u2019s implementation remains the only way forward.\u00a0 There is no viable alternative.\u00a0 The security of Israel must be respected, but it is in Israel\u2019s security interests to implement resolution\u00a02334 (2016), along with other Â鶹APP relevant resolutions, he said.<\/p>\n

BARBARA WOODWARD (United Kingdom<\/u>) calling on all parties to actively prevent the cycle of violence, reported that her Government continues to urge the Government of Israel to permanently end its settlement expansion and settlement activity in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem. \u00a0Welcoming the decision by the Jerusalem district planning committee to postpone the decision to construct housing units in Atarot beyond the 1967 lines, she urged Israeli authorities to not move forward with those plans. \u00a0Underscoring the toll that the prolonged conflict has taken on the people of Gaza, she said the United Kingdom has provided $2.6\u00a0million to the Â鶹APP Children\u2019s Fund for the launch of its Child Sensitive Cash Assistance Programme in Gaza, aimed at helping vulnerable households, especially children, access basic services. \u00a0Urging a continuation of increased dialogue between the parties to improve stability across the region, she expressed her country\u2019s firm commitment to a two-State solution, based on 1967 lines and with Jerusalem as a shared capital.<\/p>\n

GERALDINE BYRNE NASON (Ireland<\/u>), spotlighting that there are now an estimated 800,000\u00a0people now housed in illegal settlements, called on Israel to halt all settlement activity, including in the sensitive areas of E1, Atarot and Givat Hamatos.\u00a0 Further, 2021 has seen a record high number of Palestinians affected by demolitions, evictions and confiscations, with Palestinian families in Silwan, Sheikh Jarrah and al-Walajeh being confronted with a looming legal deadline. \u00a0In East Jerusalem alone, 121\u00a0children have been impacted by demolitions and confiscations this year.\u00a0 In 2021, the Israeli Security Forces in the West Bank killed 72\u00a0Palestinians, including 17\u00a0children, using live ammunition. \u00a0She also said she was deeply disturbed by the surge in violence in the West Bank, including attacks in Jerusalem and the killing of civilians.\u00a0 Earlier this year the international community witnessed the most significant escalation in hostilities since 2014, leading to the death of more than 200\u00a0people, including over 60\u00a0children.\u00a0 UNRWA has confirmed that more than half of the children in the Gaza Strip require mental health support, she said, stressing that the inherent rights of Palestinian children are violated on a daily basis. \u00a0She further noted that national Palestinian elections are essential to renew the legitimacy of national institutions.<\/p>\n

SVEN J\u00dcRGENSON (Estonia<\/u>) strongly condemned the terrorist attacks and violence against civilians, including the deadly shooting near Nablus last Thursday.\u00a0 Noting the recent decision by the Israeli authorities to postpone the approval of a plan for some 9,000\u00a0settlement units in Atarot, he urged Israel to permanently halt all settlement plans on the occupied West Bank, including in East Jerusalem.\u00a0 Pointing to the increase in restrictions by Israel and the Palestinian Authority on the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association, including arbitrary detentions, he called upon the Palestinian authorities to ensure freedom of expression of human rights defenders and protesters and to ensure protection of the witnesses in the trial for Nizar Banat\u2019s killing. \u00a0Turning to Gaza, he noted the recent positive steps by Israel on easing the restrictions on the movement of goods and called for additional improvements to movement in and out of Gaza, while considering Israel\u2019s security concerns.<\/p>\n

TAREK LADEB (Tunisia<\/u>) said the concerned parties do not feel obliged to respect the Security Council resolutions.\u00a0 \u201cThis is why the situation in the Middle East is held hostage to tension and instability,\u201d he said, adding that this leads to the violation of the basic rights of the Palestinians.\u00a0 The Secretary-General\u2019s report notes the scope of the violations committed by the occupying Power, he said, emphasizing that no progress has been made in terms of the settlements, seizures of land and demolitions of homes.\u00a0 He also noted that there has been no end to violence against civilians and pointed to the flagrant violations of rights of Palestinian people by the occupying Power.\u00a0 The occupying Power must respect its commitments under international humanitarian law and international human rights law, he underscored, condemning the violence against settlers and excessive use of force by the Israeli forces.\u00a0 Civilians are being attacked and six\u00a0Palestinian non-governmental organizations have been targeted.\u00a0 The root cause \u2014 the occupation \u2014 must be tackled, he said, noting that without global peace, there can be no security and stability.<\/p>\n

MONA JUUL (Norway<\/u>) urged the Israeli Government to halt and reverse the disturbing trend of unabated settlement activity, demolitions, evictions, and violence. \u00a0The daily violence throughout the Occupied Territory, including clashes between Palestinians and Israeli security forces, high levels of settler-related violence, attacks by Palestinians against Israelis and the use of lethal force by Israeli security forces against Palestinians is of great concern. \u00a0She also reiterated Israel\u2019s responsibility to protect all civilians from violence, particularly children.\u00a0 Regarding Palestine’s financial situation, she welcomed progress in implementing the recommendations from the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee and the Quartet meetings in Oslo in November.\u00a0 Also commendable was the agreement between the European Union, Palestinian, and Israeli authorities to launch shipments of containers through the King Hussein-Allenby Bridge border crossing with Jordan, as well as the continued assistance by Qatar and $100\u00a0million of additional financial support by Algeria. \u00a0Highlighting the Palestinian Authority\u2019s holding of the first round of local elections recently, she stressed that it is now imperative that the second round of elections are held as planned in March\u00a02022.<\/p>\n

T.S. TIRUMURTI (India<\/u>) noted that violent attacks against Palestinian and Israeli civilians, acts of destruction, provocation and incitement have continued during the reporting period.\u00a0 Condemning all such acts, he called upon the parties to immediately make concrete efforts to reverse these negative trends. \u00a0Acknowledging the opening of channels for communication between the Israeli Government and the Palestinian Authority, he spotlighted steps taken to stabilize the fiscal situation of the Palestinian Authority and improve the socioeconomic conditions of Palestinians.\u00a0 Those included the progressive easing of restrictions in the Gaza Strip for commodities and construction materials and increasing work permits for Palestinians in the West Bank and the Gaza. \u00a0Successful conclusion of the prisoner exchange talks would help the process further, he added.\u00a0 Stressing that durable and long-lasting peace can be achieved between the people of Israel and Palestine only through a two-State solution, he reiterated that there is no alternative to direct peace negotiations between the parties.<\/p>\n

DAI BING (China<\/u>) expressed regret about the continuing non-implementation of resolution\u00a02334 (2016) and the ceaseless expansion of settlement activities in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.\u00a0 Noting that tenders for settlement units in Area\u00a0C had doubled this year and the demolition of Palestinian structures had risen to the highest level since\u00a02016, he said settlement activities undermine the contiguity of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, squeeze Palestinians\u2019 living space, and jeopardize the prospects for a two-State Solution.\u00a0 Israel must cease its settlement activities.\u00a0 On the security situation, he expressed concern about intensified violence by settlers and underlined that tensions last week in Nablus have \u201conce again sounded the alarm\u201d.\u00a0 He called on all parties to work together to deescalate tension and to refrain from measures that exacerbate the situation.\u00a0 Israel must abide by international humanitarian law and thoroughly investigate attacks by settlers. \u00a0At the same time, its right to exist and its legitimate security concerns must be respected.\u00a0 Since the outbreak of violence in May, the Gaza Strip is in dire need of reconstruction, he pointed out, calling on the international community to offer assistance and support UNRWA and for the blockade to be lifted.<\/p>\n

JUAN RAM\u00d3N DE LA FUENTE RAMIREZ (Mexico<\/u>), highlighting the fifth anniversary of the adoption of resolution\u00a02334 (2016) \u2014 which sought,\u00a0inter alia<\/em>, to halt the advancement of settlements \u2014 emphasized that much remains to be done in this regard.\u00a0 Around 800,000\u00a0Israelis are living in settlements, housing units that jeopardize the geographical contiguity of Palestinian territory continue to be built and the rate of demolition in 2021 has been the highest since 2009.\u00a0 Against that backdrop, he urged Israel to cease the construction of new housing units, as well as the seizure and demolition of Palestinian property.\u00a0 Spotlighting the 540\u00a0settler attacks that have occurred over the last two\u00a0years, he expressed concern over persistent volatility on the ground and condemned actions impinging on the status of holy sites in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.\u00a0 Additionally, at least 341\u00a0Palestinian minors have been detained by Israeli forces and are suffering from mistreatment and lack of access to legal counsel.\u00a0 He underscored the importance of respecting fundamental freedoms \u2014 such as those of expression and association \u2014 and urged decisive action to implement resolution\u00a02334 (2016) and achieve the objectives set out five\u00a0years ago.<\/p>\n

ABDOU ABARRY (Niger<\/u>), Council President for December, spoke in his national capacity, stressing that it is high time for the international community and the Security Council to abandon their wait-and-see attitude of reiterating principled positions and other professions of faith, while the prospect of an independent Palestinian State and the two-State solution becomes increasingly remote. \u00a0As of 6\u00a0December, no less than 835\u00a0Palestinian structures have been demolished by the Israeli authorities, very often based on military regulations whose illegality under international law is well known. \u00a0These demolitions will have resulted in the displacement of approximately 1,044\u00a0people this year alone, the highest number of displaced persons since 2016. \u00a0In addition to the despair and desolation of entire families put on the street, there are persecutions and attacks against the Palestinian population by Israeli settlers, who are protected by the Israeli forces in their actions. \u00a0All these illegal practices of the occupying Power in the Occupied Palestinian Territory have, over time, come to be the major obstacle for the return of trust and peaceful coexistence between the two peoples \u2014 a real hindrance to progress towards the only solution that is right \u2014 the two-State solution. \u00a0The socioeconomic and humanitarian situation throughout the Occupied Palestinian Territory is another source of concern. \u00a0Given its crucial importance in assisting the Palestinian populations taken hostage by Israel, UNRWA deserves to be supported and its activities funded.<\/p>\n

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