The sixth batch of humanitarian aid from the UAE has arrived in Afghanistan to alleviate the suffering of those affected by recent earthquakes. This continued support reflects the UAE’s commitment to humanitarian assistance and embodies the values of generosity and solidarity established by the late Founder Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The relentless efforts of the Emirati relief team aim to offer crucial support to the Afghan people, who have been grappling with the devastating impacts of these natural disasters.
The total humanitarian aid provided to date has reached an impressive 250.3 tons, transported via seven relief flights and 21 trucks as part of the ongoing humanitarian bridge established by the UAE to Afghanistan. This massive effort includes vital supplies such as 6,696 food baskets weighing 167.4 tons, 1,030 tents at 51.5 tons, 850 blankets totaling 3.4 tons, and a shipment of dates weighing 28 tons.
In the Samangan province, 1,188 food baskets, 450 tents, and 850 blankets were distributed among the affected families, alongside the arrival of the seventh aircraft carrying a shipment of dates aimed at further supporting those in need.
This marks the sixth wave of humanitarian assistance provided by the UAE to the Afghan people, with aid continuing to flow regularly until the affected individuals fully recover from the earthquake’s aftermath. The ongoing support has garnered widespread acclaim from local residents and victims of the earthquakes, who have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the UAE for its noble actions and swift response in providing relief.
This relentless humanitarian initiative underscores the UAE’s unwavering commitment to supporting those impacted by natural disasters and assisting them in overcoming various humanitarian challenges. With ongoing efforts, the UAE aims to make a lasting positive impact on the lives of the Afghan people during these trying times.