Israeli forces demolished multiple structures at a United Nations compound in East Jerusalem on Tuesday, triggering swift condemnation from international leaders and escalating tensions in the region. Bulldozers rolled into the UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency) Sheikh Jarrah complex, replacing the UN flag with Israel’s in a move described as "an unprecedented attack" by agency chief Philippe Lazzarini. 🚨
UN Secretary-General António Guterres demanded an immediate halt to the demolition, calling it a "clear violation" of international law. The action directly contradicts a formal warning Guterres sent to Israel’s prime minister just two weeks ago on January 8, 2026, reaffirming the site’s protected status under UN treaties.
Palestinian authorities slammed the move as a "blatant assault" on humanitarian operations. The PLO warned it could destabilize the entire international system, while social media erupted with #SaveUNRWA posts. Critics argue this sets a dangerous precedent for global organizations’ safety worldwide. 💔
With tensions at a boiling point, all eyes are now on whether the UN Security Council will intervene. As one X user put it: "When bulldozers erase diplomacy, what’s left?" 🔍
