As part of the ongoing humanitarian efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support the brotherly Palestinian people, the 80th Saudi relief plane landed today at El Arish International Airport in the Arab Republic of Egypt. This plane is the latest in a series of continuous air bridges operated by the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid, in direct and effective coordination with the Saudi Ministry of Defense and the Kingdom's embassy in Cairo, to ensure that aid reaches those who need it as quickly as possible.
Details of the new relief shipment
The 80th plane carried large quantities of essential relief supplies, including complete food baskets and shelter kits designed to address the harsh living conditions. This aid comes in response to urgent needs identified by field teams, and will be transported by truck into the Gaza Strip for distribution to those affected who are suffering from severe shortages of food and shelter due to the current circumstances.
Context of the popular campaign and official support
This aid comes in implementation of the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister, who ordered the launch of a public campaign through the "Sahem" platform to provide relief to the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. This air bridge, which has reached its eightieth stop, reflects the solidarity of the Saudi leadership and people in standing with their brothers in Palestine, as the aid has not been limited to the air bridge alone, but has also included a sea bridge and a large number of land convoys.
The importance of support in light of the humanitarian crisis
The arrival of this aircraft is of paramount importance given the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, where residents are suffering from severe shortages of basic resources and widespread destruction of infrastructure. The shelter kits provided offer a minimum level of protection for displaced families, while the food baskets help bridge the widening food gap. This Saudi support is a cornerstone of international efforts to alleviate the suffering of vulnerable civilians.
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 and unwavering history of Saudi support for the Palestinian cause on all political, humanitarian, and economic levels. Through the continued flow of aid via the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, the Kingdom reaffirms its steadfast commitment to the principles of Arab and Islamic brotherhood and its dedication to providing assistance to those afflicted and affected around the world, foremost among them the brotherly Palestinian people, until the crisis is resolved and stability is restored.
