Israel to screen a scathing investigative film at the UN: "UNRWA - a long arm of Hamas"

The Israeli delegation to the UN will screen a documentary investigative film about UNRWA's corruption and its ties to Hamas. Meanwhile, diplomatic sources told Israel Hayom about a plan for the gradual closure of the organization and the transfer of its authorities to the Peace Council.

The Israeli delegation to the UN, led by Ambassador Danny Danon, will screen a documentary investigative film about UNRWA, examining the organization's corruption and its ties to Hamas. The film, which won the Best Investigative Award at the Haifa 2025 Festival, will incorporate archival materials and interviews with former senior UNRWA officials. Meanwhile, diplomatic sources told Israel Hayom that a plan is taking shape for the gradual closure of UNRWA and the transfer of its authorities to the Peace Council in Gaza and the West Bank, led by Acting Commissioner Christian Saunders. Danon said that "the truth is coming to light" and that Israel has proven that UNRWA served as a long arm of Hamas. The article does not include a response from UNRWA or the Palestinians.