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Kuwait Times
2 days ago
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- Kuwait Times
Kuwaiti 40-ton relief aid plane heads to Sudan
KUWAIT: A plane carrying 40 tons of relief aid material departed Kuwait on Monday, heading to Sudan as part of ongoing humanitarian efforts. The flight is part of the (Kuwait By Your Side) campaign, a coordinated initiative involving several Kuwaiti charities and government of Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Khamed Al-Maqamis affirmed that the relief aid campaign came in line with the leadership's directives to aid those in need in Sudan. He noted that Kuwait was coordinating with the Sudanese Red Crescent to distribute much-needed aid, handing it to those in official underscored Kuwait's continuous effort to help people in Sudan and elsewhere in reflection of the country's humanitarian legacy. — KUNA
Arab News
2 days ago
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- Arab News
Kuwait's Red Crescent dispatches relief plane to help Sudanese amid conflict
LONDON: Kuwait dispatched a relief plane to Port Sudan on Monday to assist the Sudanese with essential aid, as armed conflict continues to embroil the region. The Kuwait Red Crescent Society, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Defense, loaded 40 tons of various aid onto an Kuwait Air Force plane that took off from Abdullah Al-Mubarak Air Base on Monday. Khaled Mohammed Al-Magham, the chairman of the KRCS, said that the plane will deliver food, shelter materials, and means of transport, including five tons of wheat, to the Sudanese people, among whom 13 million have been displaced, including 8.6 million internally, since April 2023. 'Sending this plane demonstrates the State of Kuwait's commitment to actively participate in humanitarian efforts to support the people of Sudan due to their suffering,' he told Kuwait News Agency. The KRCS is collaborating with its Sudanese counterpart to provide the aid and oversee its distribution. Al-Magham expressed gratitude to donors for their significant support of the humanitarian mission, highlighting Kuwait's dedication to assisting countries in crisis under the leadership of the emir of Kuwait and the crown prince. Al-Magham affirmed that 'Kuwait will continue its relief and shelter support to our Sudanese brothers,' KUNA added.
Arab Times
14-07-2025
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- Arab Times
KRCS and Wafa partner to provide clean water in Gaza
KUWAIT CITY, July 14: The Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) has announced the launch of a humanitarian project to supply water tankers to the Gaza Strip, in partnership with the Palestinian Wafa Association for Development and Capacity Building. The initiative aims to support families affected by ongoing Israeli aggression and to ease their daily suffering. Chairman of the KRCS Board of Directors, Khaled Al-Mughamis, told KUNA that the project is valued at USD 676,500 and is part of the Society's continued efforts to assist the Palestinian people through vital humanitarian initiatives. Al-Mughamis emphasized the Society's commitment to carrying out further relief and development projects in coordination with its partners in Palestine. These efforts are designed to meet the basic needs of impacted families and improve their living conditions in one of the most heavily affected regions. He noted that Gaza is currently facing a severe water crisis, exacerbated by the contamination of groundwater sources and the fragile state of the water infrastructure. Years of blockade and repeated destruction from military assaults have left the water network deeply compromised. As a result, transporting water via tankers has become a critical lifeline for ensuring families have access to safe and usable water. In addition to the water initiative, Al-Mughamis highlighted the Society's broader humanitarian engagement in Gaza, including the provision of food baskets, medical equipment, medicines, and ambulances. He also pointed to the construction of a field hospital to strengthen the healthcare sector and address urgent medical needs. 'These projects reflect our unwavering commitment to our humanitarian responsibilities toward our Palestinian brothers and sisters,' Al-Mughamis said. He extended his gratitude to all contributors and supporters of these humanitarian efforts, reaffirming the KRCS's dedication to upholding its humanitarian mission and serving just causes around the world.
Kuwait Times
09-07-2025
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- Kuwait Times
KRCS, UNHCR discuss ways to strengthen partnership
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, Khaled Al-Mughamis, with the representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Nasreen Rabian.- KUNA photos KUWAIT: Chairman of Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Dr Khaled Al-Mughamis held talks on Monday with Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Kuwait, Nisreen Rabian, on ways to enhance cooperation and joint humanitarian initiatives, particularly in support of refugee issues. In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Al-Mughamis underlined the importance of forging effective partnerships between international and regional humanitarian organizations, emphasizing the need to boost support and expand avenues of collaboration as a pressing humanitarian imperative. He called for the establishment of open platforms for dialogue and information exchange to strengthen the humanitarian sector, noting that discussions with UNHCR focused on bolstering coordination to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and other regions amid mounting global humanitarian challenges. Officials take a group photo after the meeting. Al-Mughamis lauded the UNHCR's efforts in assisting refugees and displaced populations affected by conflict and natural disasters, reaffirming Kuwait's unwavering commitment to upholding humanitarian and relief responsibilities on the global stage. For her part, Rabian affirmed that the meeting aimed to further coordination and integration with local and international partners to help improve conditions for refugees worldwide. She commended Kuwait's humanitarian role, highlighting the vital contributions of governmental and civil society institutions, including charities and philanthropic organizations. She noted that the Kuwait Red Crescent Society remains a key supporter of UNHCR efforts, particularly in delivering essential services to refugees such as the Rohingya minority in Bangladesh. These include providing safe living conditions and implementing educational initiatives. Rabian also expressed appreciation for KRCS' leading role in humanitarian action and emphasized the importance of continued cooperation to implement urgent relief programs. — KUNA
Kuwait Times
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait places humanitarian concerns at forefront of its foreign policy
Workshop highlights Kuwait's longstanding role as a leading donor KUWAIT: Chairman of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Ambassador Khaled Al-Mughamis reaffirmed Kuwait's unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes and its dedication to strengthening partnerships with international organizations in the fields of relief and humanitarian aid. Speaking at the opening of a three-day workshop on international humanitarian law, organized by the KRCS in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Al-Mughamis highlighted Kuwait's longstanding role as a leading donor and supporter of global relief efforts. 'Kuwait has consistently placed humanitarian concerns at the forefront of its foreign policy,' Al-Mughamis said, underlining the country's eagerness to sustain its humanitarian approach in close cooperation with international bodies, particularly the ICRC. He noted that KRCS, inspired by these values, is committed to delivering aid to vulnerable populations in both times of peace and in the face of crises and disasters, locally and internationally. This, he stressed, is in alignment with the society's fundamental humanitarian principles, which prioritize the protection of human dignity under the most challenging circumstances, especially during armed conflicts. Participants attend the workshop. – KUNA photos Head of the ICRC delegation to the GCC countries, Mamadou Sow International Humanitarian Law Workshop, organized by the Kuwait Red Crescent Society in coordination and cooperation with the International Committee of the Red Cross. Turning to the significance of the workshop, Al-Mughamis described international humanitarian law as a vital framework aimed at mitigating human suffering during warfare and upholding human dignity even in the direst conditions. He emphasized the importance of spreading awareness and understanding of these principles among individuals and institutions to prevent violations and promote respect for human rights. He also praised the ICRC for its pivotal role in advancing international humanitarian law and for its continued support to national societies, including the KRCS, through technical and educational assistance. For his part, Mamadou Sow, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, expressed pride in the enduring partnership with the KRCS. He lauded the society's dedication to promoting and defending the principles of international humanitarian law. 'This workshop is not merely a training event—it is a powerful message of humanity, promoting awareness, self-restraint, and solidarity,' Sow said. He also expressed deep sorrow over the recent tragic events in Gaza, particularly the loss of International Red Cross Movement members in Khan Younis, extending condolences to the victims' families and colleagues. The workshop features in-depth discussions on key topics such as the role of the International Red Cross Movement, the fundamentals of international humanitarian law, the intersection of international law and armed conflict, the work of the International Criminal Court, and the protection of civilians through both Islamic Sharia and international humanitarian standards. Representatives from various Kuwaiti ministries, institutions, and associations are participating in the event, which aims to bolster understanding and implementation of humanitarian law and to reinforce its core values across the region. — KUNA
