Saudi aid in Aleppo: King Salman Center provides relief to 400 displaced families

As part of the ongoing humanitarian efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support affected people around the world, the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid to implement its relief programs in the Syrian Arab Republic, where the center distributed a new batch of urgent aid in Aleppo Governorate yesterday.

Details of the aid provided in Aleppo

The aid provided by the center included the distribution of 400 complete food baskets and 800 blankets , directly targeting displaced people in Aleppo Governorate who are suffering from difficult living conditions as a result of recent events. This humanitarian initiative benefited 400 of the most vulnerable families, providing them with basic necessities such as food and warmth, especially given the climatic and economic challenges facing the region.

The humanitarian context and suffering inside Syria

This aid comes at a critical time, as many areas in Syria, including Aleppo, are suffering the consequences of years of instability that have led to widespread displacement. Displaced people in these areas face numerous challenges, including food shortages, difficulty accessing adequate shelter, and harsh weather conditions, making the provision of blankets and food a top priority for international relief organizations.

Aleppo Governorate is one of the governorates that has witnessed the most complex demographic and humanitarian transformations, which calls for continuous intervention from donors to bridge the food gap and provide the necessities for a decent life for families who have lost their sources of income and their homes.

The Kingdom's leading role in relief work

This aid falls within the framework of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's strategy, represented by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, to stand with the brotherly Syrian people. Since its establishment, the Center has played a pivotal role in alleviating human suffering in Syria and neighboring countries hosting refugees, through projects covering the sectors of food security, shelter, health, and education.

This move reflects the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian principles, as it always seeks to extend a helping hand to those in need without discrimination, and works in coordination with local and international partners to ensure that aid reaches those who deserve it as quickly as possible, which contributes to strengthening the resilience of affected families and providing them with a social safety net in light of the current circumstances.