Bipartisan Concerns Raised in Congressional Committee Over UNRWA’s Alleged Extremist Teachings

In the article “UNRWA Is a ‘Horror Show’ With Jew-Hatred at Its Core, House Committee Is Told” by The Media Line’s Clint Van Winkle, a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing discussed the alarming issues within the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). Witnesses, including Richard Goldberg and Marcus Sheff, criticized UNRWA for allegedly teaching extremism and supporting terrorism through its educational materials. The hearing, “UNRWA Exposed: Examining the Agency’s Mission and Failures,” revealed bipartisan concern over UNRWA’s role in fostering hate against Jews and Israel. Experts argued for the need to halt US funding to UNRWA, which has received $7 billion to date, and to find an alternative solution. The article delves into the complexities of this issue, highlighting different viewpoints, including those advocating for continued support of UNRWA. To explore this significant and contentious topic further, readers are encouraged to read the full article on The Media Line’s website.