USAID
'A Daring Enterprise': Pragmatism, principles, and peace through prosperity - review
This idea – that American capital, guided by American values, can create peace through prosperity – is not out of date. It is more vital than ever.
UNRWA fires 70 employees after Israeli accusations of Hamas affiliation
Four more UNRWA workers took part in Oct. 7 attacks, tied to Hamas, USAID evidence finds
NGO Monitor says Hamas deeply embedded in humanitarian structures due to lack of legislation
Does the new US foreign spending bill condition aid to Israel? - analysis
Here’s a breakdown of the Israel-related content in the Department of State’s Foreign Operations and Related Programs Appropriations Act for 2022, and why it matters.
USAID ties with Israel, UAE a model to advance development goals - opinion
The MoUs with Israel and the UAE establish an important foundation to share technical expertise and resources in developing countries.
US considering cash payments to Central America to stem migration
Biden in late March tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead US efforts with Mexico and Central America to address the number of migrants heading north.
Republicans delay Biden administration’s funds to Palestinians
Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas), used their respective positions to stop the aid from starting on April 10.
Watchdog: USAID didn't properly vet Palestinian recipients for terror ties
Tightening up its procedures would “better position USAID to reduce the risk of providing assistance to entities or individuals associated with terrorism,” the GAO said.
How can Israel resolve water scarcity issues with the Palestinians?
Palestinians depend heavily on rain and underground water sources, which Israel controls.
U.S. gives cold shoulder to major Palestinian donor parley
The US was previously one of the largest donors to the Palestinians and the PA, providing upwards of half-a-billion dollars a year through the United Nations and other venues.
USAID to lay off most of its West Bank and Gaza staff
USAID told NPR in a statement that it was not planning on closing the West Bank and Gaza mission completely.
Trump's USAID cuts harm Palestinian women with breast cancer
USAID received $364 million from the United States in 2017, according to Reuters.
Ambassador Friedman praises USAID-funded interfaith school Hand in Hand
The Twitter comments were mixed with overwhelming support for the encouraging interfaith activities with others upset at the halted funding for Palestinian programs.
