Gaza Genocide31 March, 20261 min read
UNRWA Chief Lazzarini Demands High-Level Investigation into Killing of Nearly 400 Staff in Gaza
UNRWA chief seeks high-level UN inquiry into deaths of over 390 staff in Gaza. The killings mark the deadliest period in UNRWA's history.
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UNRWA Calls for Investigation
Lazzarini demanded a high-level UN investigation into the killing of nearly 400 agency staff. He condemned an extraordinary level of impunity. The demand came on the last day of his tenure.
Nearly 400 UNRWA Staff Killed
More than 390 UNRWA staff were killed over two years of conflict. Most were health workers and teachers. Many others sustained life-changing injuries or were arbitrarily detained and tortured.
UNRWA Faces Collapse
UNRWA's ability to continue operating is at stake. Lazzarini raised the issue with the UN Secretary-General and member states. The delay in implementing the second phase of a US plan is worsening suffering.
Investigation Also Needed for Other UN Staff
Investigations are needed into the deaths of other UN staff. The large-scale destruction of premises must be examined. The longer the delay, the harder the task.