UNRWA Interim Chief Signals Dismantling With Mass Gaza Layoffs...

Christian Saunders has served as interim commissioner-general of UNRWA since Philippe Lazzarini’s term ended last March. The senior British official announced layoffs for thousands of staff, mainly in Gaza, and hinted at a 10 percent annual reduction in operations.

These steps by the interim head have been described as laying the groundwork for the eventual dismantling of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.