Dubai Humanitarian dispatches 68.4MT of aid to Gaza

The supplies are expected to provide life-saving assistance to over 600,000 individuals

Under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has urgently dispatched 68.4 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies to Gaza through Al Arish, Egypt.

In response to the ongoing humanitarian emergency in Gaza, a Boeing 747 from the Dubai Royal Air Wing departed this morning carrying essential relief supplies provided by the World Health Organization (WHO). The supplies are expected to provide life-saving assistance to over 600,000 individuals, addressing urgent medical needs and alleviating suffering in the region.

“We reaffirm our commitment to supporting those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Our priority is to ensure that life-saving aid reaches the most vulnerable swiftly,” remarked Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Chairman, Dubai Humanitarian.

“The UAE-donated flight carrying US$ one million worth of health supplies supported by BHA, exemplifies the power of collaboration in delivering timely aid during extremely challenging circumstances,” commented Dr. Richard Peeperkorn, WHO Representative.