UAE Sends Massive Aid Shipment to Syria for Earthquake Relief

 

An Emirati ship carrying more than 2,000 tonnes of crucial aid has arrived in Syria to support relief efforts following the devastating earthquake that struck the country in February. The shipment, which includes food supplies, medical equipment, and winter clothing, was sent to the Syrian port of Latakia on the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed, as part of the UAE's Operation Gallant Knight 2 mission.

The earthquake and subsequent aftershocks left more than 50,000 people dead and millions more affected. The Emirates previously sent 1,000 tonnes of aid to Syria in March, and the latest 2,215 tonnes of aid includes 1,040 tonnes of food, 600 tonnes of relief and medical assistance, and 573 tonnes of building materials.

The Emirates Red Crescent, the charitable arm of the UAE government, is leading the humanitarian effort. "The ERC will continue to scale up its humanitarian response for the best interest of the quake-affected people in Syria and Turkey as part of Operation Gallant Knight 2," said Dr. Hamdan Al Mazrouei, chairman of the ERC board. "We are acting and moving in different directions to relieve the suffering caused by the disaster."

The aid will be distributed to those in need in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent. Amer Ismail Hilal, Governor of Latakia, expressed his gratitude to the UAE for its sustained support in the wake of the disaster.



The UAE launched the Bridges of Goodness public donation campaign in February in response to the unfolding humanitarian crisis. Thousands of volunteers have given up their time to help pack goods bound for Turkey and Syria at events held across the country in recent weeks.


The UAE's efforts to provide humanitarian aid to those affected by the earthquake are a testament to the country's commitment to helping those in need. As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and other global crises, the UAE's generosity and compassion serve as a beacon of hope for those who are suffering. By working together and supporting one another, we can overcome any obstacle and create a brighter future for all.

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