Egypt Sends 310 More Aid Trucks to Gaza as Ceasefire Continues
Egypt has sent another 310 humanitarian aid trucks to the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The trucks, carrying essential supplies such as food, medical equipment, and fuel, entered Gaza through the Rafah border crossing, according to Egypt's State Information Service (SIS).
Cairo: Egypt has sent another 310 humanitarian aid trucks to the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The trucks, carrying essential supplies such as food, medical equipment, and fuel, entered Gaza through the Rafah border crossing, according to Egypt’s State Information Service (SIS).
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Details of the Latest Aid Convoy
Among the 310 trucks, 20 are loaded with fuel. These trucks will undergo inspection by Israeli authorities at the Al-Auja (Nitzana) and Kerem Shalom crossings before being allowed to enter Gaza. This is part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States.
Over 4,200 Aid Trucks Enter Gaza During Ceasefire
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports that over 4,200 aid trucks have entered Gaza in the first six days of the ceasefire, which began on January 19. This influx of aid is crucial to meet the growing humanitarian needs of the Palestinian population in Gaza.
Egypt’s Support for Aid Delivery and Road Rehabilitation
In addition to sending aid trucks, Egypt has deployed heavy machinery to rehabilitate roads around the Rafah crossing and in Palestinian cities to facilitate the delivery of supplies and the reception of wounded Palestinians from Gaza. These efforts are aimed at ensuring the smooth flow of aid and providing much-needed infrastructure support to Gaza.
The Rafah Crossing: A Key Humanitarian Gateway
The Rafah crossing has become a critical gateway for humanitarian relief from Egypt and international organizations into Gaza. For months, trucks carrying vital supplies such as food, medical supplies, and tents had been waiting in Egypt’s North Sinai Governorate, ready to assist Palestinians in need. These supplies had been delayed due to restrictions at the Rafah crossing, which had been under Israeli control since May 2024. However, the recent ceasefire deal has allowed for the resumption of aid deliveries.
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Ceasefire Agreement and Humanitarian Efforts
The current six-week ceasefire is the first phase of a three-stage agreement, which also includes a swap of Israeli captives held by Hamas for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. The ceasefire is designed to not only address the ongoing conflict but also to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza through intensified aid deliveries and infrastructure rehabilitation.
Background of the Conflict and Ceasefire Agreement
The ceasefire follows months of intense conflict that began with a surprise attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people in Israel. In retaliation, Israel launched strikes on Gaza, which have claimed over 47,000 Palestinian lives, according to the latest update from Gaza’s health authorities.
Stay tuned for more updates on the ongoing ceasefire and humanitarian efforts in Gaza.
