UAE continues Gaza aid airdrops for fifth consecutive day

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For the fifth day in a row, the UAE has continued its humanitarian airdrop operations over Gaza, in coordination with Jordan, as part of the ongoing 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.

The mission on Thursday, marked the 58th airdrop, aiming to reach isolated areas and ease the worsening humanitarian crisis.

So far, more than 3,787 tonnes of food and relief supplies have been delivered via 197 aircraft.

In addition to the airdrops, 41 UAE aid trucks entered Gaza today through various land crossings, including 12 carrying medical supplies donated to the World Health Organisation, alongside food and other essentials.

The UAE continues to work with regional and international partners to ensure aid reaches those who need it most.

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