India backs 3-year UNRWA mandate renewal at UNGA; Israel opposes

• India voted in favor of renewing the UNRWA mandate for three years at the UN General Assembly.
• The resolution to renew UNRWA's mandate received 151 votes in support, with 10 opposing and 14 abstaining.
• UNRWA provides essential services such as education, healthcare, and social services to Palestine refugees.
• Israel opposed the renewal, alleging UNRWA facilitates Hamas's military buildup.
• UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini welcomed the vote, emphasizing global solidarity with Palestine Refugees.

Why It Matters: The vote secures crucial humanitarian aid for Palestine Refugees.