UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has reached a “breaking point”, its boss Philippe Lazzarini warned on Thursday. “I fear that we are on the brink of a monumental catastrophe with serious implications for peace, security and human rights in the region,” he added.

Israel's accusations concerning twelve of its employees active during the October 7 attack have scared off major donors. 16 countries have suspended their funding, for a total of $450 million.