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UNRWA crisis risks cuts
UNRWA confirmed that it would continue providing services in its five areas of operation, but did not rule out staff cuts amid a financial crisis that includes an estimated cash shortfall of about $80 million. No final decisions have been made on a plan that could involve laying off around 8,000 employees. The agency said that reducing the workweek by 20% was intended to protect jobs. It is reviewing its operations and consulting donors and host countries on funding and alternatives to prevent services from deteriorating. UNRWA appealed to the international community for sustainable funding, warning that a lack of resources threatens its ability to provide assistance, healthcare and education to Palestinian refugees.
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