Philippe Lazzarini, the former Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) from 2020 to 2026, was a guest on RFI on November 2, 2026. During the interview, Lazzarini, who is also the author of the book "Témoin de Gaza : ce qui ne s'efface pas" published by Favre, drew a stark comparison regarding the future of Palestinians. He stated that they risk facing the same destiny as the Native Americans of America.
The former head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees used the platform to point out the passivity of the international community in the face of the tragedies unfolding in Gaza. Lazzarini expressed deep concern over the current situation, emphasizing the lack of effective global response to the humanitarian crisis affecting the region.
Additionally, Lazzarini raised alarms regarding the financial difficulties currently plaguing UNRWA. He highlighted these economic challenges as a critical issue that threatens the agency's ability to continue its operations and support for refugees during this period of instability.
Sources: RFI.