NEW YORK: UN member states, including many that temporarily cut funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency over Israeli claims last year, have rallied support for it as an essential force for Palestinians. The UNRWA ministerial meeting was held on Thursday during the UN General Assembly, with an appearance from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who condemned Israel’s killing of the agency’s staff in Gaza. It came as UNRWA sought urgent funding to address a significant financial shortfall of more than $200 million.

At the UN General Assembly, Jordan, Brazil and Spain highlight the ‘vital’ role of the agency for Palestinian refugees.

NEW YORK: UN member states, including many that temporarily cut funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency over Israeli claims last year, have rallied support for it as an…