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Denmark increases funding for Unrwa amid Israeli restrictions
13 February 2025 22:15 GMT
Denmark has announced an additional contribution of $1.4m to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa) while expediting the disbursement of its annual $14.7m contribution instead of spreading it over the year.
In a statement, the Danish government said the extra funds would support Unrwa’s internal reforms and strengthen its operations.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said the increased funding reflects Denmark’s commitment to the agency’s work.
Unrwa has provided assistance to Palestinian refugees across the Middle East for over 70 years, yet on 28 October, the Israeli Knesset moved to prohibit its activities within Israel and territories under Israeli control, further tightening restrictions on the agency’s operations.