The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees reported that its headquarters in East Jerusalem, which had been partially demolished by Israeli authorities, was set on fire over the weekend. The compound has been empty since January, following a ban on the agency's operations in the country. Fire crews responded to the blaze but have not disclosed the cause. The agency condemned the incident as part of ongoing efforts to undermine the status of Palestinian refugees and reiterated that its property is protected under United Nations privileges and immunities. The United Nations had previously criticized the seizure and demolition of the headquarters, emphasizing Israel's legal obligation to safeguard United Nations facilities. Despite the ban in East Jerusalem, the agency continues its work in the occupied West Bank and Gaza.
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