After a radical evaluation of the motion plan introduced by UNRWA, “we are going to launch the funds to UNRWA once more,” the Overseas Ministry in Vienna stated on Saturday. A complete of three.4 million euros have been budgeted for this yr. The primary fee is anticipated to be made in the summertime.
Based on the knowledge, a part of the Austrian funds will in future be used for improved inside management mechanisms at UNRWA. “Loads of belief has been misplaced. Cooperation with UNRWA can and can solely be continued within the medium and long run if the reforms result in corresponding outcomes,” the Overseas Ministry additional emphasised. Most international locations that stopped funds to the UN Palestinian Aid Company have now launched the blocked cash.
Critical allegations towards staff
UNRWA staff had been accused of being concerned within the October 7 Palestinian massacres in Israel. A UN investigation concluded that the help company is basically sustaining its neutrality nicely, however enhancements are wanted. UNRWA accuses Israel of getting killed 182 staff and destroyed greater than 160 shelters in the course of the Gaza warfare. The Overseas Ministry burdened that help for the struggling Palestinian inhabitants in Gaza and the area had been elevated regardless of the blocked funds. Since October 7, Austria has supplied 32 million euros in humanitarian support to different worldwide support organizations.
