Egypt Sends First Aid Convoy to Gaza Amid Conflict

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Egypt has started to send aid to Gaza for the first time since the latest conflict broke out.Responding to requests from the U.S., Europe,
and Arab nations, Egypt aims to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.On Saturday morning, about 20 trucks crossed into Gaza through the
Rafah border post
According to reports, these trucks carried much-needed food and medical supplies.This action won praise from European Commission President
Ursula von der Leyen
She took to social media to thank everyone involved.The World Food Program also chimed in
They stated that the convoy carried 60 tons of food.Moreover, an additional 930 metric tons of emergency food is ready for transport into
Gaza as soon as possible.Before the aid delivery, Egypt hosted a crisis committee meeting in Cairo
Leaders from various countries, including Italy, Qatar, and South Africa, attended.Representatives from the European Union, Turkey, and
China were also present
Many participants called for calming the situation as Israel continues its airstrikes.High-ranking officials from Israel, the U.S., or Hamas
were not in attendance.Egypt Sends First Aid Convoy to Gaza Amid Conflict
(Photo Internet reproduction)Israel clarified its stance: it will not agree to a ceasefire
The U.S
and the U.K., key allies of Israel, support this position.Egypt is becoming a key player in this crisis
The country is helping to ensure that essential supplies like food, water, and electricity reach Gaza.Israel has imposed a full blockade on
ruled out the idea of hosting Palestinian refugees
He argued that it could risk bringing Hamas fighters into Egypt.During the meeting, he urged all parties to negotiate for peace
King Abdullah II of Jordan issued a warning.He stated that the lack of international action could have serious consequences
The U.S
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