31-07-2025
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ERC Launches Bakery in Sheikh Zuweid to Supply Bread to Gaza Amid Ongoing Aid Efforts
Ahmed Emam
The Egyptian Red Crescent (ERC) has established a humanitarian bakery in the town of Sheikh Zuweid, near the Rafah border crossing, to produce and send fresh bread daily into the Gaza Strip as part of intensified Egyptian relief efforts for the besieged enclave.
According to Alqahera News, humanitarian aid operations have continued uninterrupted since early morning, marking the fourth consecutive day of relief delivery to Gaza. Dozens of trucks carrying essential food and medical supplies began lining up at the designated area outside the crossing at 5:30 a.m., awaiting clearance to unload their cargo.
However, several trucks were reportedly forced to return to the Egyptian side after being rejected by Israeli authorities over what were described as 'formal issues' — including minor box misalignments or small alterations in the load. The incident underscores the procedural and logistical hurdles facing aid convoys attempting to reach civilians in the conflict-hit territory.
Al-Mot'ani noted that the previous three convoys delivered approximately 4,000 tons of aid, consisting of 1,866 tons of food parcels, 1,640 tons of flour, 150 tons of medical supplies, and 400 tons of personal care items. By the end of the day, the total volume of aid delivered is expected to surpass 5,000 tons — a reflection of Egypt's unwavering commitment to humanitarian support for Gaza.
The newly launched bakery in Sheikh Zuweid is a key component of this effort. Staffed and coordinated by Egyptian Red Crescent teams, the facility is designed to produce thousands of loaves of bread daily. The bread is transported to Gaza via logistical routes managed through the Kerem Shalom crossing, with teams ensuring the preparation, packaging, and timely delivery of the vital supplies.
Despite mounting challenges, Egypt has kept the Rafah border crossing open throughout this phase of emergency assistance, reinforcing its role as a critical humanitarian lifeline for Palestinians in Gaza.
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