DUBAI, 19 JAN 2025 – Under the directives of His Highness 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 escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, a Boeing 747 from the Dubai Royal Air Wing departed this morning carrying vital relief supplies provided by the World Health Organization (WHO). These supplies, valued at $1 million and supported by USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), are set to provide life-saving assistance to over 600,000 individuals. The shipment includes resources for malnutrition treatment, trauma care, surgery, and primary healthcare, along with tents to expand hospital capacity amidst dire shortages.
His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Chairman of Dubai Humanitarian, emphasized the UAE’s unwavering commitment to global humanitarian efforts. “We reaffirm our dedication to supporting those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The continuation of this airbridge, operational since the onset of the emergency, reflects the compassion and solidarity that guide us under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Our priority is to ensure that life-saving aid reaches the most vulnerable swiftly, offering help and hope in the face of unimaginable hardship.”
Dr. Richard Peeperkorn, Representative for WHO in the occupied Palestinian territory, expressed gratitude for the UAE’s support. “WHO is grateful for the generous assistance from the Government of the UAE and USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance. This collaboration is crucial in addressing Gaza’s urgent health needs. The shipment exemplifies the power of partnerships in delivering timely aid during extremely challenging circumstances, helping maintain health services and alleviate suffering.”
Dubai Humanitarian’s efforts highlight the UAE’s leadership in global humanitarian aid, ensuring critical resources reach communities in need during crises. This initiative stands as a testament to the UAE’s commitment to compassion, collaboration, and providing hope where it is needed most.