UNRWA’s Neutrality Recommendations
Following allegations of staff involvement in Hamas activities, an independent panel has released recommendations to enhance UNRWA’s neutrality. These include:
– Establishing an advisory body focused on neutrality and integrity.
– Enhancing staff screening procedures and sharing staff lists with host countries and Israel.
– Increasing the presence of senior international staff in Gaza for oversight.
– Implementing a zero-tolerance policy on antisemitic textbooks.
– Addressing the politicization of staff unions.
The panel emphasizes the importance of engagement with donor nations and support from the international community to tackle these neutrality issues effectively.
