Allegations and Humanitarian Challenges in Gaza

Late last month, an explosive allegation that workers from a crucial U.N. relief agency in Gaza had taken part in the Oct. 7 attacks stunned the world and prompted major donors, including the United States, to suspend funding.
Patrick Kingsley, the Jerusalem bureau chief for The Times, explains what this could mean for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and how it might complicate Israel’s strategy in the war.

Guest: Patrick Kingsley, the Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times.

Background reading: 

• U.N. Agency for Palestinians Imperiled by Terrorism Charges
• The 8 Days That Roiled the U.N.’s Top Agency in Gaza
• UNRWA Set to Lose $65 Million, Documents Show

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