As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center the establishment of several camps to shelter displaced persons in the Gaza Strip. This initiative comes in response to the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Strip and addresses the urgent need to provide safe shelter for thousands of families who have lost their homes due to the ongoing bombardment.
Details of the new shelter assistance
The new initiative includes the distribution of hundreds of fully equipped tents, along with shelter kits containing essential living supplies such as mattresses, blankets, and heating materials, especially with the onset of winter and the increasing cold. Through these camps, the center aims to provide a dignified environment for displaced people and alleviate their daily suffering amidst the severe shortage of infrastructure and official shelters in the Gaza Strip.
The context of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza
The Gaza Strip is suffering from an unprecedented displacement crisis, with UN reports indicating that the vast majority of its residents have been forced to flee their homes. The destruction of residential areas has led to the overcrowding of displaced people in cramped areas lacking even the most basic necessities. This underscores the critical importance of urgent Saudi intervention through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center to address the severe housing gap. These camps serve as a lifeline for families who have found themselves homeless, sleeping on the ground under the open sky.
The Kingdom's historical role in supporting Palestine
This move is not a spur-of-the-moment decision, but rather an extension of a long history of Saudi support for the Palestinian cause on all political and humanitarian levels. Since the outbreak of the recent events, the Kingdom has maintained a continuous air and sea bridge to transport thousands of tons of food, medical, and shelter aid, in addition to launching a popular campaign through the "Sahem" platform, which witnessed a significant response from the Saudi people, reflecting the fraternal solidarity between the two nations.
Expected impact of aid
The establishment of these camps is expected to alleviate overcrowding in UNRWA shelters and schools, and will help reduce the spread of diseases caused by exposure to the elements and cold. These efforts underscore the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's unwavering commitment to standing with the Palestinian people in their plight and to continuing to work with international partners to ensure that aid reaches those in need throughout the affected areas of the Gaza Strip.
