UAE Launches Largest Phase of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to Aid Gaza

Massive relief convoy delivers over 200 tonnes of humanitarian aid amidst ongoing truce efforts

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 20: The UAE has launched the largest phase of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, a significant humanitarian effort to provide aid to Gaza residents under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The operation aligns with the announcement of a humanitarian truce, enabling intensified relief efforts to support the region’s population in dire conditions.

Today’s operation dispatched a convoy of 20 trucks, delivering over 200 tonnes of essential aid, including food supplies, winter clothing, and other basic necessities, to assist families struggling amid the crisis.

Commitment to Gaza’s People

Hamad Al Neyadi, Head of the UAE Relief Mission, highlighted the UAE’s unwavering commitment to supporting the Palestinian people.
“Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 represents the UAE’s enduring dedication to providing relief. This phase is the largest in our ongoing efforts to alleviate suffering in Gaza,” Al Neyadi stated.

The operation is being carried out in coordination with relevant authorities to ensure aid reaches the affected population swiftly and effectively.

Humanitarian Impact So Far

Since its inception, Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 has made a profound impact:

• 156 aid convoys delivered, amounting to 29,784 tonnes of aid
• Relief efforts include a field hospital in Gaza, a floating hospital in Arish, and water desalination plants in Rafah
• Special initiatives such as the “Birds of Goodness” airdrop program have brought aid to hard-to-reach areas

This operation has provided critical support to Gaza’s vulnerable communities, addressing basic needs and mitigating the harsh conditions of winter and prolonged hardship.

Broad Humanitarian Efforts

The UAE has committed to delivering aid through over 500 airlifts, five strategic transport ships, and more than 2,500 trucks routed via Egypt. Key initiatives include:

• Medical Support: Establishing field and floating hospitals, along with transferring critical patients to UAE facilities
• Water Projects: Building desalination plants with a production capacity of two million gallons per day
• Innovative Relief: Airdropping aid to inaccessible northern Gaza regions

Sustained Support for a Positive Impact

The UAE’s ongoing humanitarian endeavors in Gaza reflect a deep commitment to fostering resilience and improving lives in the region. This effort underscores the UAE’s fraternal responsibilities and its dedication to providing sustained support for long-term relief and recovery in Gaza.

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