We have reviewed the final independent report on UNRWA neutrality led by Catherine Colonna.
I will be released publicly at 16gmt/12 pm NY time.
It's more than 40 pages, but here is one sentence:
"The Review revealed that UNRWA has established a significant number of mechanisms and procedures to ensure compliance with the Humanitarian Principles, with emphasis on the principle of neutrality and that it possesses a more developed approach to neutrality than other similar UN or NGO entities."
"UNRWA shares staff lists (names, UNRWA ID and functions) annually with host countries (Lebanon, Jordan, Palestinian Authority, and Syria) and with Israel for East Jerusalem, Gaza and the West Bank. Upon their request, the US also receives all lists."
"It is the responsibility of these states to alert UNRWA of any information that may deem a staff member unworthy of diplomatic immunity. The Israeli Government has not informed UNRWA of any concerns relating to any UNRWA staff based on these staff lists since 2011. "
Oct 27, 2023 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
Surreal: As @USAmbUN speaks at @un at same time massive bombardment of Gaza by Israel. Both live on @AJEnglish .
Our correspondent in Khan Younis, Gaza says it appears a total blackout now in Gaza imposed by Israel... Loss of internet, wifi, cell service etc. Our correspondent sent in a 'final' report before all comms were lost.
Jul 4, 2018 • 23 tweets • 5 min read
We spoke to a Brazilian mother who was fleeing her country and seeking asylum in the US. She was a victim of domestic violence. Her abusive husband repeatedly threatened to kill her. Fearing for her life, she took her 9 year old son and fled to US for safety. This is her story:
First, she didn't want her name used. Or her son's name used. She crossed into the US (legally - at official border crossing) in Arizona and voluntarily surrendered to border agents and requested asylum. That was on May 28.
