Unrwa says Israel has abused detained staff and used some as human shields

theguardian.comPublished: 4/29/2025

Summary

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has escalated tensions as UNRWA accuses Israel of abusing its staff, including teachers, doctors, and social workers, who have been detained over 50 times since the war began, suffering severe abuse and being used as human shields. Meanwhile, humanitarian aid is severely lacking, with thousands facing malnutrition due to the blockade imposed by Israel. International bodies, including the UN Humanitarian Coordinator, have raised concerns about potential war crimes in the situation. Despite these challenges, peace talks remain stalled as both sides persist in their demands, making progress reliant on international intervention.