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UAE and Jordan Amplify Aid Efforts in Gaza Crisis
UAE and Jordan Deliver Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Amid Crisis Collaborative Efforts by the UAE and Jordan The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jordan have intensified their humanitarian efforts in the Gaza Strip, conducting critical air missions to deliver aid to civilians during an ongoing humanitarian crisis. The UAE announced on Sunday that it completed its 54th humanitarian and relief air drop, according to the state-run WAM news agency. Meanwhile, Jordan carried out three air drops, one of which was coordinated with the UAE, as reported by the Petra News Agency. Aiming to Reach Isolated Areas The UAE emphasized that these missions aim to provide essential aid to civilians stranded in areas of Gaza that are otherwise unreachable by land. The air missions utilized C-130 aircrafts from the UAE Air Force and the Royal Jordanian Air Force, successfully delivering 25 tonnes of food and humanitarian supplies to affected areas. Israel's Limited Pause in Hostilities In a response to escalating global criticism and increasing humanitarian concerns, the Israeli military announced a 'limited pause' in fighting in three densely populated areas of Gaza: Gaza City, Deir Al Balah, and Al Mawasi. The pause began on Sunday, July 27, and is scheduled daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time until further notice. The stated goal of this tactical pause is to enable the delivery of aid and to address the acute hunger crisis affecting the population of Gaza. Rising Starvation and Malnutrition Reports from the Gaza Health Ministry reveal the gravity of the humanitarian situation. The ministry has recorded 133 deaths from malnutrition, including 87 children, with six new deaths reported in the past 24 hours alone. Among the tragic cases is that of a five-month-old infant, Zainab Abu Haleeb, who succumbed to malnutrition at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. International Alarm Over Humanitarian Crisis Global concerns over the deteriorating situation in Gaza have grown significantly. Aid organizations warn that the territory's 2.3 million residents are facing mass starvation, prompting calls for immediate action. On Sunday, the Egyptian Red Crescent dispatched over 100 lorries carrying 1,200 metric tonnes of food supplies into southern Gaza through the Karam Abu Salem crossing. Pressure on Israel Over Aid Restrictions A coalition of 25 countries, including France, Britain, and Canada, recently condemned the restrictive flow of aid into Gaza, calling Israel's withholding of humanitarian essentials 'unacceptable.' French President Emmanuel Macron's recognition of Palestinian statehood in September reflects an international shift toward addressing Palestinian suffering more directly. UN Pledges to Enhance Aid Efforts The United Nations has welcomed the limited ceasefire, viewing it as an opportunity to intensify aid delivery to Gaza's starving population. Speaking on his official account on X, UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher stated that teams on the ground are prepared to respond immediately. However, Fletcher cautioned about the catastrophic and worsening conditions in the enclave. UN's Call for Increased Access The UN highlighted the need for Israel to open crossings, allow the entry of fuel and equipment, and ensure the safety of humanitarian workers. Fletcher's office stated that if these measures are implemented, they could accelerate the distribution of essential aid, including food supplies, clean water, medical resources, and shelter materials, in Gaza. Deadlock in Ceasefire Negotiations Efforts to mediate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, led by Qatar, have hit a standstill. Both Israel and the United States acknowledged on Friday that negotiations had stalled due to Hamas's perceived unwillingness to reach an agreement. These developments occur as international scrutiny sharpens over Israel's handling of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Future Aid and Relief Prospects
Jordan Times
2 days ago
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- Jordan Times
Jordan, UAE conduct new airdrop of aid over Gaza
AMMAN — The Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) on Sunday carried out three airdrops of humanitarian and food aid over the Gaza Strip, including one conducted jointly with the UAE The airdrops, delivered by C130 aircraft operated by the Royal Jordanian Air Force and the UAE Air Force, transported a total of 25 tonnes of essential food items and humanitarian supplies, according to a JAF statement. Targeting multiple locations across the besieged enclave, the operation is part of Jordan's humanitarian campaign to support the Palestinian people. The mission was coordinated with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) and carried out in partnership with friendly and allied countries, as well as international humanitarian agencies, the statement said. It aims to alleviate the severe humanitarian crisis and assist residents in coping with the devastating consequences of the ongoing war in Gaza. Airdrops serve as a vital supplement to Jordan's aid strategy, enabling rapid delivery of specialised assistance to areas that are otherwise inaccessible by land, the statement said. Officials emphasised that aidrops are not a substitute for ground-based aid, which remains the primary and most effective channel for delivering large-scale humanitarian relief to Gaza. Since the onset of the Israeli war on Gaza on October 7, Jordan has dispatched 181 ground aid convoys, comprising 7,932 trucks, through joint efforts of JHCO, the World Food Programme, and the World Central Kitchen. To date, the JAF has conducted 127 airdrops independently, in addition to 267 coordinated airdrops in cooperation with regional and international partners. Jordan's field hospitals also continue to provide critical medical care in both northern and southern Gaza. Medical teams at these hospitals, as well as at the Jordanian field hospital in Nablus and surgical stations in Jenin and Ramallah, are offering services across various specialities. The field hospital in Northern Gaza has treated over 120,588 patients, while the southern facility has provided care to more than 362,389 individuals. Together, the hospitals have performed over 36,000 surgeries and fitted 532 upper and lower prosthetic limbs as part of the "Hope Restoration" initiative. Additionally, 112 injured and sick children, along with 241 accompanying family members, have been evacuated from Gaza for treatment in Jordan under the 'Medical Corridor' initiative launched by His Majesty King Abdullah. The initiative aims to treat 2,000 sick and wounded children from Gaza in Jordanian hospitals, the statement said.
The National
2 days ago
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- The National
UAE and Jordan planes drop food and humanitarian aid into Gaza
Jordan and the UAE have carried out three air missions to drop humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, official Jordanian news agency Petra reported on Sunday, after Israel began a limited pause in fighting in three areas of the enclave. The missions involved C-130 aircraft from the UAE Air Force and the Royal Jordanian Air Force, carrying 25 tonnes of food and humanitarian supplies. The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day, part of a series of steps taken as concerns over surging hunger in the territory mount and as Israel faces a wave of international criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war. The military said it would begin a daily 'tactical pause' in Gaza city, Deir Al Balah and Al Mawasi, three areas of the territory with large populations, to 'increase the scale of humanitarian aid' entering the territory. The pause begins every day at 10am to 8pm local time until further notice, starting on Sunday July 27.
