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UNRWA faces $100 million shortfall for 2026, acting chief warns
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Acting Commissioner-General Christian Saunders said the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees faces an exceptional financial crisis, with a cash flow deficit of approximately $100 million projected for 2026, according to Shehab Wire. Saunders warned the agency will be unable to continue delivering services without additional support.
The funding gap threatens UNRWA's operations across the region as the agency grapples with mounting budget constraints and increased demand for humanitarian assistance.
