On September 12, 2024, in Cairo, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, held a meeting with Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The discussion focused on the urgent financial and logistical challenges currently facing the agency.
During the meeting at the Arab League's headquarters, Lazzarini provided an in-depth update on the plight of Palestinian refugees, with a particular emphasis on the Gaza Strip, which is experiencing severe impacts from ongoing Israeli military actions, and the West Bank, where attacks have intensified. He highlighted the significant difficulties encountered by UNRWA, including attacks on its headquarters and staff by Israeli forces, as well as increasing disruptions to its operations.
Aboul Gheit reiterated the Arab League's steadfast support for UNRWA's mission and its crucial work in aiding Palestinian refugees. He underscored the vital need for donor nations to fulfill their financial pledges to the agency, especially in light of the challenging conditions faced by Palestinians.