Israel calls for Unrwa to be ‘dismantled’ after UK announces £23 million funding increase
Jerusalem has accused staff in the UN agency of taking part in atrocities on October 7
Assessment
Israel's demand to dismantle Unrwa directly challenges the UK's decision to increase funding by £23 million, creating a diplomatic rift. The accusation that Unrwa staff participated in October 7 atrocities intensifies the dispute, putting the agency's future operations and international support under scrutiny.