JERUSALEM, The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) said yesterday that two of its schools were hit by the ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.

It said the airstrikes caused extensive damage to at least 29 classrooms.

On May 12, 2021, the UNRWA headquarters building in Gaza was hit by an Israeli airstrike resulting in damages to the building’s perimeter wall.

Pursuant to international law, including the 1946 Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, UNRWA premises, property and assets are inviolable. All UNRWA facilities are clearly marked with a UN flag.

Source: Palestinian News & Info Agency