World News in Brief: $53.2 billion needed for Palestinian recovery, UN condemns UNRWA schools raid, Lebanon-Israel tensions continue
$53.2 billion needed for Palestinian recovery, UN says
The United Nations has appealed for $53.2 billion to help the Palestinian people recover from decades of conflict and occupation. The funds would be used to support a range of programs, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure development. The UN said that the Palestinian economy has been “severely damaged” by the conflict, and that the people of Palestine are in need of “urgent and sustained” support.
UN condemns UNRWA schools raid
The United Nations has condemned the Israeli military’s raid on a UNRWA school in the occupied West Bank. The raid took place on February 17, and Israeli forces reportedly fired tear gas and stun grenades inside the school. The UN said that the raid was a “violation of international law” and that it put children at risk.
Lebanon-Israel tensions continue
Tensions between Lebanon and Israel remain high, after a series of alleged Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. The Lebanese government has accused Israel of violating its airspace and targeting civilian areas. Israel has denied the allegations, and said that it is only targeting Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group. The UN has called for both sides to exercise restraint and to avoid any further escalation of violence.
Other news in brief:
- The United States has announced that it will be providing $100 million in humanitarian aid to Afghanistan. The funds will be used to support food security, healthcare, and other essential services.
- The World Health Organization has warned that the global COVID-19 pandemic is not over. The WHO said that the virus is still spreading rapidly in many parts of the world, and that it is important to continue to take precautions to prevent its spread.
- The United Nations has condemned the military coup in Myanmar. The UN said that the coup is a “serious setback” for democracy in Myanmar, and that it is important to restore civilian rule as soon as possible.
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