Saudi aid to Gaza: Urgent winter relief through the King Salman Center
As part of its unwavering humanitarian commitment to the Palestinian people, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continued its intensive relief efforts to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center delivered a new and high-quality shipment of shelter assistance, primarily aimed at providing protection for displaced people as winter approaches and temperatures drop.
Details of emergency winter aid
The latest shipment included a large quantity of fully equipped tents designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, providing an immediate response to urgent winter needs. These supplies have been stored in the warehouses of the Saudi Center for Culture and Heritage, the King Salman Center's implementing partner in the Gaza Strip, and will be distributed according to a well-organized plan to ensure they reach the most affected families across the Strip, providing them with quick and safe shelter solutions to protect them from severe weather.
The context of the crisis and the urgent need for shelter
This aid comes at a time when the Gaza Strip is facing unprecedented humanitarian conditions, with the ongoing conflict having displaced hundreds of thousands of families and caused widespread destruction of infrastructure and homes. As winter approaches, the suffering of the displaced is exacerbated, as they lack even the most basic necessities for heating and safe shelter. This Saudi initiative is of paramount importance as it fills a significant gap in essential needs and provides vital refuge for children, women, and the elderly who are exposed to the harsh cold in the open or in inadequate shelters.
The Saudi Relief Bridge: Figures and Facts
This batch is part of an integrated relief system launched by the Kingdom through its humanitarian arm, as official statistics indicate the enormous size of the support provided:
- 74 relief have arrived so far
- A sea bridge was established, ensuring the arrival of 8 ships loaded with aid.
- The total amount of food, medical and shelter supplies exceeded 7,677 tons .
- 20 fully equipped ambulances delivered to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society.
International partnerships and overcoming obstacles
The Kingdom did not limit itself to sending in-kind aid, but also worked to diversify its support channels to ensure access to those affected, despite the challenges on the ground and the closure of border crossings. The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center signed strategic agreements with UN and international organizations to implement relief projects within the Gaza Strip, with a total value of $90.35 million . In parallel, the Kingdom conducted targeted airdrops of food aid in partnership with the Jordanian Armed Forces to break the siege imposed on some areas and ensure food reached those under blockade.
The Kingdom's historical role in supporting Palestine
This relief effort reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's unwavering historical stance, both leadership and people, towards the Palestinian cause. For decades, the Kingdom has been at the forefront of nations supporting the resilience of the Palestinian people, whether through political support in international forums or direct economic and humanitarian aid. The Saudi popular campaign to aid the Palestinian people stands as a shining testament to the solidarity between the Saudi people and government with their brothers and sisters in Palestine, affirming that the Kingdom will remain a steadfast supporter in the face of all humanitarian challenges.
