In a joint effort to address the urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza, the United Kingdom and Jordan have executed a life-saving air-drop of aid to the Tal Al-Hawa Hospital in northern Gaza.
The aid, funded by the UK and delivered by the Jordanian Air Force, comprises four tonnes of essential supplies, including medicines, fuel, and food. Tal Al-Hawa Hospital, established by the Jordanian Armed Forces, plays a crucial role in providing medical care to thousands of patients amidst the crisis in Gaza.
Foreign Secretary David Cameron expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort, emphasizing the immediate impact the aid will have on patients and hospital staff. He underscored the urgency of the situation in Gaza, calling for additional aid and a humanitarian pause to facilitate its swift delivery and ensure the safe return of hostages.
“We have worked closely with our Jordanian partners to get these life-saving supplies directly to the Tal Al-Hawa Hospital in northern Gaza. Thousands of patients will benefit and the fuel will enable this vital hospital to continue its life saving work,” UK Foreign Secretary said.
Furthermore, the UK recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) to procure and deliver £1 million worth of aid to Gaza. This partnership aims to provide critical support, including medicine and fuel, to address the pressing humanitarian needs in the region.
Secretary-General of the JHCO, Dr. Hussein Shabli, welcomed the collaboration with the UK, expressing gratitude for their shared commitment to delivering life-saving aid to Gaza. He reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to working with UK partners to continue providing essential assistance to those most in need in Gaza.
“We welcome this partnership with the UK to provide life-saving aid to those who need it most in Gaza. We thank our UK partners for working with us and we will continue to work with them on getting aid into Gaza for as long as its needed,” he said.
