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Dubai Eye
3 days ago
- General
- Dubai Eye
'Hope Remain' documentary spotlights UAE's aid drive for Gaza
The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council's documentary "Hope Remains" illustrates the UAE's pivotal role in supporting those affected by the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. The documentary, which premiered on the global Discovery Channel, retells the stories of individuals who have received aid from the UAE and details the role the country has played in supporting the people of Palestine. It also features interviews with aid workers involved in this humanitarian journey. Hope Remains also reflects the global appreciation for the UAE's continuous humanitarian efforts in Gaza and showcases the values of generosity and fraternity that define the country. According to official stats until November 2024, the UAE's contributions accounted for 42 per cent of the total humanitarian aid provided to the Strip since October 2023, amounting to $828 million. Hope Remains will be released in Arabic and English on the social media channels of the Council and national television channels throughout June. Last year, the Council launched a docu-series titled On the Frontline that captured UAE-led humanitarian initiatives within the country, Egypt and the Gaza Strip. It highlighted the UAE's roles in providing assistance to Palestinian people.


TAG 91.1
3 days ago
- General
- TAG 91.1
'Hope Remain' documentary spotlights UAE's aid drive for Gaza
The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council's documentary "Hope Remains" illustrates the UAE's pivotal role in supporting those affected by the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. The documentary, which premiered on the global Discovery Channel, retells the stories of individuals who have received aid from the UAE and details the role the country has played in supporting the people of Palestine. It also features interviews with aid workers involved in this humanitarian journey. Hope Remains also reflects the global appreciation for the UAE's continuous humanitarian efforts in Gaza and showcases the values of generosity and fraternity that define the country. According to official stats until November 2024, the UAE's contributions accounted for 42 per cent of the total humanitarian aid provided to the Strip since October 2023, amounting to $828 million. Hope Remains will be released in Arabic and English on the social media channels of the Council and national television channels throughout June. Last year, the Council launched a docu-series titled On the Frontline that captured UAE-led humanitarian initiatives within the country, Egypt and the Gaza Strip. It highlighted the UAE's roles in providing assistance to Palestinian people.


Gulf Today
4 days ago
- General
- Gulf Today
'Hope Remains:' UAE's humanitarian aid for Gaza gets global accolades
The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council has released a documentary film highlighting the humanitarian efforts and initiatives provided by the United Arab Emirates to the residents of Gaza affected by the humanitarian crisis in the Strip. The film tells real-life stories of individuals who represent thousands who have received aid from the UAE, embodying the nation's historic humanitarian role in supporting the brotherly Palestinian people. Titled "Hope Remains," the film premiered on the global Discovery Channel, reflecting international appreciation for the UAE's leading and continuous role in supporting Gaza's residents. The UAE established a 100-bed floating hospital docked in Al Arish port in Egypt. WAM As of last November, the UAE's contributions accounted for 42% of the total humanitarian aid provided to the Strip since October 2023, amounting to $828 million. The documentary showcases the values of generosity and fraternity that define the UAE, its people, and residents. It features firsthand accounts from beneficiaries of UAE initiatives and interviews with aid workers involved in this humanitarian journey. Through unique and unprecedented scenes, the film illustrates the transformative impact on the health and psychological well-being of many who received assistance and initiatives. The UAE has provided modern and fully equipped ambulances to hospitals in the Gaza Strip. WAM Beneficiaries recount the difficult circumstances they endured during the war and their initial despair, followed by the rekindling of hope, all conveyed through a narrative style that blends personal experience with storytelling. International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council plans to release "Hope Remains" in both its international and national versions, in Arabic and English, on its social media platforms and national television channels throughout June. This film is part of the Council's ongoing effort to highlight the humanitarian endeavours of various UAE organisations working in the humanitarian field. This recognition underscores the vital role these entities play in conveying the nation's humanitarian message, founded on fraternity and solidarity with brothers and friends worldwide. It is worth noting that last year, the Council launched "On the Frontline," a series of short documentaries showcasing individuals working and volunteering in relief and humanitarian initiatives implemented by Emirati entities within the UAE, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Gaza Strip. These films highlighted their roles in providing assistance and relief to the brotherly Palestinian people and enabling initiatives to achieve their objectives. They were broadcast on national television channels and digital platforms. The examples featured in the documentary series underscore the cohesive social fabric of the UAE, built on fostering values of goodness, solidarity, and human compassion with brothers and friends during times of adversity and crisis. Under the guidance of its wise leadership, the UAE continues to provide relief and humanitarian aid to the residents of Gaza, driven by its commitment to alleviate suffering for the most vulnerable groups, especially children, who constitute nearly half of the Strip's population. Relevant UAE humanitarian teams are working tirelessly to achieve this goal, consistent with the UAE's fraternal stance and its steadfast approach to supporting brothers in times of crisis. WAM


Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
'Hope Remains": UAE's enduring humanitarian aid for Gaza illuminated in global documentary
31 May 2025 20:26 ABU DHABI (WAM)The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council has released a documentary film highlighting the humanitarian efforts and initiatives provided by the United Arab Emirates to the residents of Gaza affected by the humanitarian crisis in the film tells real-life stories of individuals who represent thousands who have received aid from the UAE, embodying the nation's historic humanitarian role in supporting the brotherly Palestinian "Hope Remains," the film premiered on the global Discovery Channel, reflecting international appreciation for the UAE's leading and continuous role in supporting Gaza's of last November, the UAE's contributions accounted for 42% of the total humanitarian aid provided to the Strip since October 2023, amounting to $828 documentary showcases the values of generosity and fraternity that define the UAE, its people, and residents. It features firsthand accounts from beneficiaries of UAE initiatives and interviews with aid workers involved in this humanitarian journey. Through unique and unprecedented scenes, the film illustrates the transformative impact on the health and psychological well-being of many who received assistance and recount the difficult circumstances they endured during the war and their initial despair, followed by the rekindling of hope, all conveyed through a narrative style that blends personal experience with Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council plans to release "Hope Remains" in both its international and national versions, in Arabic and English, on its social media platforms and national television channels throughout film is part of the Council's ongoing effort to highlight the humanitarian endeavours of various UAE organisations working in the humanitarian field. This recognition underscores the vital role these entities play in conveying the nation's humanitarian message, founded on fraternity and solidarity with brothers and friends is worth noting that last year, the Council launched "On the Frontline," a series of short documentaries showcasing individuals working and volunteering in relief and humanitarian initiatives implemented by Emirati entities within the UAE, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Gaza films highlighted their roles in providing assistance and relief to the brotherly Palestinian people and enabling initiatives to achieve their were broadcast on national television channels and digital examples featured in the documentary series underscore the cohesive social fabric of the UAE, built on fostering values of goodness, solidarity, and human compassion with brothers and friends during times of adversity and the guidance of its wise leadership, the UAE continues to provide relief and humanitarian aid to the residents of Gaza, driven by its commitment to alleviate suffering for the most vulnerable groups, especially children, who constitute nearly half of the Strip's population. Relevant UAE humanitarian teams are working tirelessly to achieve this goal, consistent with the UAE's fraternal stance and its steadfast approach to supporting brothers in times of crisis.


TAG 91.1
17-04-2025
- Health
- TAG 91.1
UAE to build hospital and dialysis centre in Chad
The UAE Aid Agency has signed an agreement with the government of Chad to build a hospital and dialysis centre in the capital city of N'Djamena. The Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak hospital will have a 100-bed capacity, three operating rooms, three delivery rooms and 11 specialised clinics, including paediatric, cardiology, dentistry, urology, and others. It is expected to benefit more than 1.7 million people, while the 80-bed dialysis centre will serve more than 9 per cent of the population of the Chadian capital. It will be built in N'Djamena on land allocated by the government of Chad, covering a total area of 11,300 square metres, of which 9,500 square metres will be used for the hospital building, and 1,800 square metres for the accommodation of the medical staff. An additional area of 4,200 square metres will be allocated for the construction of a dialysis centre equipped with the latest medical technology and devices. UAE Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan emphasised that the establishment of the two health centres embodies the humanitarian legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He added that the agreement with Chad represented the inspiring vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to strengthen healthcare sector around the world, particularly in Africa. "This agreement stems from the UAE's humanitarian mission to provide support for capacity building in less fortunate nations in tune with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals," he explained, The Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, Dr. Tariq Ahmed Al Ameri, stressed that the agreement affirmed the UAE's commitment to addressing humanitarian challenges and promoting sustainable development around the world. "The UAE Aid Agency will continue its pivotal role in providing vital assistance to countries in need of improving living conditions, and implementing foreign aid programmes in line with the policy of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council (IHPC) under the supervision of its Chairman His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan."