Jordan, allies conduct five airdrops into Gaza
The operation was carried out in cooperation with allied countries and involved five aircraft, two from the Royal Jordanian Air Force and one each from France, the UAE, and Germany, reflecting the growing international momentum behind humanitarian relief efforts for Gaza, according to a JAF statement.
Members of the Lower House's National Guidance and Media Committee joined the Jordanian aircraft on the mission, observing the operation firsthand. The MPs praised the professionalism of the Jordanian Armed Forces and commended His Majesty King Abdullah's leadership in mobilising regional and international support for the Palestinian people.
Saturday's mission brings the total number of airdrops conducted by the Jordanian military to 135. When including joint operations with partner nations, the total rises to 279 airdrops, a testament to Jordan's sustained commitment to alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the statement said.
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