UAE President announces $100-million relief fund for earthquake victims in Syria, Turkey

The Emirates reiterated its solidarity with the two countries and extended it's assistance to help the victims

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An aerial view shows damaged and collapsed buildings following an earthquake, in Kahramanmaras, Turkey February 7, 2023. Photo: AFP

By WAM

Published: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 8:11 PM

Last updated: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 9:26 PM

The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ordered the provision of $100 million for the relief of those affected by the earthquakes in the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic and the friendly Republic of Turkey.

Sheikh Mohamed's initiative includes providing $50 million to the brotherly Syrian people affected by earthquakes, in addition to $50 million to the friendly Turkish people.

The initiative embodies the humanitarian efforts undertaken by the UAE on the international scene and its approach to extend a helping hand and assistance to brotherly and friendly societies in various circumstances.

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Under the directive of the President, UAE has already dispatched search-and-rescue team to help people affected by the earthquake in Turkey. A field hospital has also been established to help the victims.

UAE's Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence has announced the launch of “Gallant Knight / 2” operation to provide assistance for the peoples of Syria and Turkey.

The operation includes the participation of the Armed Forces, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation; and the Emirates Red Crescent.

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Published: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 8:11 PM

Last updated: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 9:26 PM

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