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UN says UNRWA staff can appeal terminations as it seeks access after Israel suspends multiple NGOs
Summary
The UN spokesperson said the Secretary-General has confidence in UNRWA management and that employees issued termination letters have a right to appeal through the UNRWA dispute tribunal; the briefing also noted ongoing UN contacts with Israeli authorities after Israel suspended a number of humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders.
The United Nations addressed questions about UNRWA staffing and broader humanitarian access after reports that Israel had suspended two dozen humanitarian organizations.
Spokesperson Steph said the Secretary-General "has full confidence in mister management" of UNRWA (referenced in the briefing as Mr. Lazzurini) and described UNRWA…
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