United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced strong condemnation on Monday regarding an Israeli raid on the East Jerusalem compound belonging to the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency, UNRWA. He emphasized the sanctity of the compound, stating that it remains as a United Nations premises, which is “inviolable and immune from any other form of interference.”
In his statement, Guterres urged Israeli authorities to take immediate and necessary measures to restore the integrity of UNRWA’s premises and to refrain from any further actions that may compromise its security. This call for respect towards UN facilities highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the need for adherence to international norms protecting humanitarian spaces. Guterres’ remarks serve as a reminder of the critical role that UNRWA plays in providing assistance to Palestinian refugees, underscoring the importance of ensuring safe environments for humanitarian operations.