Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council will intensify humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people in Gaza during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The UAE's increased aid efforts for Palestinians cover basic needs, healthcare, and religious practices. It demonstrates the country's strong dedication to supporting and standing in unity with the Palestinian people.
The UAE's latest initiatives build upon its ongoing work to tackle the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. These efforts focus on delivering quick and organised aid, especially to vulnerable groups like women, children, and the elderly.
His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council, stated that His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's directives show his dedication to enhancing the lives of Palestinians, especially in Gaza, and easing their hardships.
Timeline Of UAE's Efforts To Help People In Gaza
- On November 5, 2023, the UAE launched 'Galant Knight 3' to provide humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. Relief aid, including food, health supplies and shelter materials, was delivered via 212 aircraft and two cargo ships, with more aid en route.
- The total aid amounted to 21,000 tonnes and was coordinated with international organisations like the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees, the United Nations World Food Programme, the World Health Organisation and others.
- The 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign involved over 24,000 volunteers assembling 71,000 relief baskets.
- In February 2024, Operation 'Birds of Goodness' delivered 293 tonnes of aid through Emirati and Egyptian aircraft.
- The UAE also constructed the Emirates Field Hospital in Gaza, boasting 200 beds and staffed by over 100 medical professionals. The hospital treated 8,798 patients and provided various medical services like orthopaedics, surgeries for women and children, anaesthesia, internal medicine, dentistry, psychiatry, family medicine, and CT scans. It also has a laboratory and a pharmacy and supplies medical items to help other hospitals in the area.
- The UAE Floating Hospital was opened and stationed at the Al Arish port to provide necessary medical care and assistance to the Palestinian community.
- UAE hospitals accommodated 1,056 patients, including injured children and cancer patients, and aim to host and treat more.
- Six water desalination plants were established, producing 1.2 million gallons of potable water daily for over 600,000 people.
- Five automated bakeries were set up, producing 15,000 loaves per hour, partially meeting the food needs of around 72,000 people.