UAE continues to send aid to Turkey and Syria

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The UAE has sent additional relief supplies to support those affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

A total of 97 cargo planes have been dispatched so far, with 58 flights carrying 1,918 tonnes of relief materials to Syria, and 39 flights carrying 706 tonnes of aid to Turkey.

More than 2,600 tonnes of food, medical supplies, and shelter tents have been sent to the two countries.

In Turkey, the UAE's search and rescue teams are utilising advanced devices and equipment to rescue people trapped under the rubble.

The assistance is part of the 'Gallant Knight/2' humanitarian operation.

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