UAE Conducts Urgent Medical Evacuation Of 188 Injured Individuals And Families From Gaza
The 24th evacuation flight, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), reached the United Arab Emirates early Friday. It carried 81 injured individuals and cancer patients from Gaza, with half being children. These patients left from Ramon airport in Israel through Karam Abu Salam crossing to receive medical care in UAE hospitals, accompanied by around 107 family members.
Upon arrival, medical teams promptly began transferring critically injured patients needing urgent care. Others, along with their families, were taken to Emirates Humanitarian City for accommodation. This initiative aligns with President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's directive to provide medical treatment for 1,000 Palestinian children and 1,000 cancer patients from Gaza in UAE hospitals.
This effort is part of the UAE’s longstanding support for Palestinians, showcasing its dedication to aiding Gaza residents amid ongoing crises. The UAE's humanitarian actions aim to lessen the severe impacts faced by Gaza's population, especially children, women, and the elderly. The country has been proactive in offering medical treatment and support since the crisis began.
Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, Vice Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, stated that the UAE’s continuous medical evacuations highlight its strong commitment to providing advanced medical care for injured Palestinians and offering humanitarian aid during these challenging times. He emphasized that "The UAE will continue to work extensively alongside international partners and the UN to intensify efforts aimed at alleviating this disaster and humanitarian suffering."
The UAE has been dedicated to facilitating medical treatment for Gaza's injured residents through various means. This includes establishing a field hospital in southern Gaza and a floating hospital ship at Egypt’s Al-Arish Port. Additionally, they have supported Gaza hospitals by supplying medical equipment, medication, and other necessary supplies.
Since the crisis began, the UAE has swiftly provided humanitarian assistance and urgent relief aid to Gaza. These actions reflect its ongoing efforts to ease civilian suffering in a coordinated manner. By doing so, they aim to mitigate the negative effects of the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The UAE remains committed to working with international partners and organisations like WHO to ensure continued support for those affected by this crisis. Their initiatives are crucial in addressing immediate needs while also planning long-term solutions for sustainable recovery.
With inputs from WAM
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