Turkey says Israel's move to ban UNRWA violates international law

Turkey’s foreign ministry says Israel’s decision to ban the UN relief agency UNRWA from operating inside the country is a clear violation of international law that aims to prevent displaced Palestinians from returning home.

In a statement, the Turkish Foreign Ministry says the move aims to disrupt efforts to reach a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, adding that UNRWA provides vital help to Palestinians. Israel argues UNRWA is an obstacle to peace, perpetuating the Palestinian refugee status and dependence on aid.

“It is the legal and moral obligation of the international community to take a strong stance against attempts to ban UNRWA, which was established by a UN General Assembly resolution,” the ministry says.

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Turkey says Israel’s move to ban UNRWA violates international law

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