US help in the crisis: What does the ban on the Unrwa mean?

US help in the crisis: What does the ban on the Unrwa mean?

In a dramatic political chess game between the United States and Israel, the Israeli parliament has passed a controversial draft law that forbids the UN-Palestinian aid organization to work on Israeli territory. After US Secretary of State Antony Antony and Defense Minister Lloyd Austin flashed their concern about the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip two weeks ago, it is now clear: With the acceptance of these laws, the US military aid for Israel could be put on the brink!

The parliament dominated by right forces passed the controversial draft with an overwhelming majority and thus undermines the activities of the Unrwa not only in East Jerusalem, but also in the West Bank and in the already crisis-ridden Gaza strip. "Ultimately, the ban on activity in Israeli areas means that the work of Unrwa is actually impossible," warned the Federal Government's human rights officer, Luise Amtsberg. In just three months, this law could have catastrophic consequences on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, which is already one of the worst worldwide.

political pressure on the peak

The question arises: Will the US and Germany finally put the necessary pressure on the Netanyahu government? The time is running! While the humanitarian crisis threatens, the EU and the United States could set an example in the next three months due to its arms deliveries to Israel and to consider its association agreements. The global eyes are focused on the actors acting. Shouldn't it be high time?