UN Secretary-General Hails Saudi Arabia’s $40 Million Contribution to Gaza Emergency Appeal
Riyadh, The Gulf Observer: In a significant development, the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed profound gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center’s announcement of a generous $40 million contribution. This contribution is earmarked to support the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) emergency appeal in Gaza, marking a crucial milestone in addressing the pressing humanitarian needs in the region.
Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Secretary-General Guterres emphasized the critical importance of such a substantial donation, particularly amidst the looming threat of famine facing the people of Gaza. The Secretary-General acknowledged the pivotal role of UNRWA as the cornerstone of the humanitarian response in the occupied Palestinian territory, stressing the vital need for sustained support to enable the agency to continue delivering essential services to the population of Gaza during this period of acute need.
According to reports from the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the donation will provide vital assistance to over 250,000 individuals through the provision of food aid, while also offering essential shelter to 20,000 families in Gaza through the distribution of tents. This tangible support underscores Saudi Arabia’s unwavering commitment to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people and addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
A UN spokesman echoed Secretary-General Guterres’ sentiments, recognizing the significant impact of the donation as a crucial step toward ensuring the well-being of the people of Gaza. The spokesman emphasized the importance of continued international support to meet the escalating humanitarian needs in the region.
In addition to expressing gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s generosity, Secretary-General Guterres called upon Israel to facilitate full and unrestricted access to humanitarian supplies across all parts of Gaza. This appeal underscores the imperative of unhindered humanitarian assistance to mitigate the suffering and address the urgent needs of the civilian population in Gaza.
As the international community rallies to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Saudi Arabia’s substantial contribution stands as a beacon of hope, reaffirming the collective commitment to upholding the principles of humanity and solidarity in times of crisis.
