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House Republicans demand testimony from head of UNRWA over Hamas aid allegations

House Republicans are demanding testimony from the head of a United Nations agency that allegedly aids Hamas with “food, fuel and supplies” meant for humanitarian relief amid the terror group’s war against Israel.

The House Foreign Affairs Committee sent a letter to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) Commissioner-General on Monday asking about “concerning reports” that his agency is funneling “hundreds of millions of dollars” to Hamas and other foreign terrorist organizations.

“Our constituents are horrified that their taxpayer dollars may have, through UNRWA failures, supported Hamas terrorists,” the panel’s chairman, Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas), and members Brian Mast (R-Fla.), Chris Smith (R-NJ) and Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) wrote.

“Therefore, we request that you appear before the House Foreign Affairs Committee to answer our questions and address the concerns of the American people. We ask that you indicate your willingness and availability to appear before the Committee by no later than January 24th, 2024.” …read more…