Egyptian authorities have facilitated the return of the 86th batch of Palestinians who received medical treatment in Egyptian hospitals back to Palestinian territories. This effort is part of Egypt's ongoing humanitarian support for the Palestinian people. The return of this batch took place at the Rafah crossing, which has remained open for humanitarian purposes.
A new convoy, part of the "Zad Al-Aziz" campaign, has been dispatched from Egyptian territory to the Gaza Strip. This comes after a four-day closure of the Kerem Shalom crossing, which was attributed to technical issues and official Israeli holidays. The convoy is carrying substantial humanitarian aid, including over 131,000 food parcels.
The food parcels contain essential dry goods such as rice, pasta, oil, sugar, and canned food. In addition to food, the convoy also includes tons of medical supplies, medications, and petroleum derivatives. These supplies are intended to support the ongoing operation of vital facilities in Gaza, including hospitals, bakeries, and water desalination plants.
Egypt continues to work diligently to ensure the smooth operation of the Rafah crossing, which has been open in both directions. The crossing has facilitated not only the return of Palestinians who received medical treatment in Egypt but also the admission of new patients for treatment. Egypt prepares hundreds of trucks daily to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Despite these efforts, there have been challenges in coordinating the entry of aid. Egyptian authorities face difficulties due to Israeli restrictions, which hinder the delivery of aid to Gaza. Egypt is committed to fulfilling its obligations under the agreement to end the war and provide humanitarian assistance.
On a daily basis, Egypt prepares between 400 and 600 trucks loaded with aid. However, only a fraction of this aid, approximately 35%, is allowed to pass through the Kerem Shalom crossing. This bottleneck significantly limits the amount of humanitarian assistance that can reach Gaza.
The Egyptian government remains committed to providing support to the Palestinian people. The ongoing efforts to deliver humanitarian aid and facilitate the return of Palestinians who received medical treatment in Egypt demonstrate this commitment. The situation in Gaza remains a priority for Egyptian authorities, who continue to work towards alleviating the humanitarian crisis.
Key points
- Egypt has facilitated the return of the 86th batch of Palestinians who received medical treatment in Egyptian hospitals back to Palestinian territories.
- A new convoy of humanitarian aid has been dispatched to Gaza, including over 131,000 food parcels and medical supplies.
- Egypt continues to face challenges in delivering aid to Gaza due to Israeli restrictions.
