Saudi Arabia Sends Additional Relief Convoy to Gaza
KSrelief has so far dispatched 58 aircraft and eight ships, delivering a total of 7,188 tons of aid that includes shelter materials, medical supplies, and food. Furthermore, 20 ambulances have been handed over to the Palestine Red Crescent Society.
The center has also signed agreements with several international organizations to fund relief projects for the Palestinian people in Gaza, with a total value of over $90 million, SPA reported.
Saudi Arabia, through KSrelief and in cooperation with Jordan, launched an airdrop initiative to deliver specialized food assistance to affected civilians in Gaza, aiming to overcome the restrictions caused by the closure of border crossings.
The Gaza Strip continues to face dire humanitarian conditions and a severe famine crisis, making these relief efforts vital in supporting families, especially as the war persists and living conditions worsen for many households.
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