“The Law and its amendments are incompatible with the status and international legal framework applicable to UNRWA and must be repealed immediately,” he added.
Emphasizing that UNRWA is an integral part of the United Nations, the Secretary-General recalled Israel’s obligations under the Charter of the United Nations and the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations.
“The Convention remains applicable to UNRWA, its property and assets, and its officials and other personnel. Property used by UNRWA is inviolable,” the statement said.
The UN chief noted that the advisory opinion issued on October 22, 2025 by the International Court of Justice concluded that Israel is obliged to ensure full respect for the privileges and immunities granted to the United Nations, including UNRWA and its staff, in and in relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
Reiterating his strong support for the agency, he said UNRWA plays an indispensable role in serving the Palestinian people, in Gaza and elsewhere in the region.
He added that UNRWA’s continued operations in Gaza contribute to the effective implementation of Security Council resolution 2803 (2025) and the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict on the ground.