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UNRWA Says Attacks on Rafah 'Horrifying'

Palestinians look at the destruction after an Israeli strike where displaced people were staying in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Monday, May 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)
Palestinians look at the destruction after an Israeli strike where displaced people were staying in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Monday, May 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)
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UNRWA Says Attacks on Rafah 'Horrifying'

Palestinians look at the destruction after an Israeli strike where displaced people were staying in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Monday, May 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)
Palestinians look at the destruction after an Israeli strike where displaced people were staying in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Monday, May 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)

The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency, UNRWA, said on Monday that reports of attacks on families seeking shelter in Rafah in the southern tip of the Gaza Strip were "horrifying.”
"Information coming out of Rafah about further attacks on families seeking shelter is horrifying," UNRWA wrote on X.
"There are reports of mass casualties including children and women among those killed. Gaza is hell on earth. Images from last night are yet another testament to that."
Palestinian health and civil emergency service officials said on Sunday Israeli airstrikes killed at least 35 Palestinians and wounded dozens in an area in the southern Gaza Strip city of Rafah designated for the displaced.
The Israeli military said its air force struck a Hamas compound in Rafah, and that the incident was under review.

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Qatar and Lebanon Reaffirm Commitment to Dialogue, Regional Stability

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received President Joseph Aoun in Doha (AFP).   
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received President Joseph Aoun in Doha (AFP).   
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Qatar and Lebanon Reaffirm Commitment to Dialogue, Regional Stability

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received President Joseph Aoun in Doha (AFP).   
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received President Joseph Aoun in Doha (AFP).   

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and resolving regional issues through dialogue and diplomacy during a high-level meeting in Doha.

In a joint statement issued at the conclusion of Aoun’s official visit to Qatar, both leaders emphasized the importance of supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces and the full implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. As part of this commitment, Sheikh Tamim announced the renewal of Qatar’s financial assistance to Lebanon’s military, pledging $60 million to support army salaries and providing 162 military vehicles to enhance operational capabilities.

“The Lebanese Army plays a vital national role in maintaining stability and securing the country’s borders, and it is essential to provide it with the necessary support,” the statement read.

Aoun’s visit included a series of discussions aimed at deepening the longstanding ties between the two countries.

In a post on social media platform X, Sheikh Tamim said: “Today in Doha, I held important talks with President Joseph Aoun, during which we explored ways to further develop the solid relationship between our two nations — a relationship rooted in cooperation, understanding, and mutual respect.”

“Qatar remains steadfast in its support for Lebanon and its people, and stands ready to assist in their efforts toward recovery, growth, and prosperity,” he added.

The joint statement stressed the shared desire to enhance cooperation across all sectors, strengthen partnerships, and increase trade and investment to serve the mutual interests of both nations.

On regional affairs, the two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East and reaffirmed the importance of coordinated positions and joint Arab action. They underscored the necessity of resolving conflicts through diplomacy, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in southern Lebanon.

The statement also highlighted the two countries’ unified stance on key Arab issues. Both sides reiterated their unwavering support for the Palestinian people’s legitimate rights, including the establishment of an independent state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital, in line with the Arab Peace Initiative and relevant international resolutions. They also reaffirmed their support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Syria.