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From: GPS Info7/31/2025 8:21:02 PM
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Some media and political figures have accused the United Nations of supporting or enabling Hamas, according to the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and UN Watch. However, the UN states it engages with all parties in Gaza solely for the purpose of delivering humanitarian aid and ensuring staff safety, according to a UN press release.

Here's a breakdown of the claims and UN positions:
  • Designation of Hamas: The UN does not officially designate Hamas as a terrorist organization. This is a key point of contention for some critics.
  • Neutrality: The UN, and its agencies like UNRWA, operate under principles of neutrality and impartiality. Critics argue that the UN's actions and statements, including calls for a ceasefire without explicitly condemning Hamas, demonstrate a bias against Israel and effectively support Hamas's aims.
  • Aid Diversion: There have been claims that Hamas has diverted UN aid intended for civilians. While a recent lawsuit claims Hamas skimmed large amounts of UN aid for weapons and tunnels, The New York Times reports that an Israeli military assessment found no proof that Hamas routinely stole UN aid. The UN states it has a robust system to prevent aid diversion and has no evidence of systemic diversion by Hamas.
  • UNRWA Staff Involvement: Allegations arose that some UNRWA staff were involved in the October 7th attacks. The UN launched an investigation and found that nine staff members "may have been involved" and terminated their employment. Critics have also alleged broader ties between UNRWA staff and Hamas.
  • Hamas's Perspective: Hamas has itself been critical of UNRWA, particularly its education program and adherence to neutrality.
The UN maintains that its primary focus is on providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza, according to UN News. However, the issue of the UN's relationship with Hamas remains a subject of ongoing debate and scrutiny.
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