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Jan 2024
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UN aid agency in Gaza under pressure aft...

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The donations have been halted following Israeli allegations that some UNRWA staff were involved in the 7th of October Hamas attacks on Israel. Also: outraged Kenyans march to denounce violence against women, and the world's largest cruise ship sets sail from Miami.

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