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- The National
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The National
4 hours ago
- The National
UAE and Jordan lead 59th aid airdrop into Gaza
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Khaleej Times
5 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
UAE, Jordan lead Gaza aid airdrop operation with 4 other countries
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