UAE, Egypt begin operation 'Birds of Goodness' to airdrop humanitarian aid in Gaza

The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the launch of "Birds of Goodness" operation to airdrop humanitarian and relief aid by the UAE Air Force and the Egyptian Air Force in the northern Gaza Strip. The operation aims to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people due to the war and help them overcome the difficult circumstances they are facing.

Operation "Birds of Goodness" is part of the "Gallant Knight 3" humanitarian operation which was launched on November 5, 2023, based on the directives of the President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The operation, which will last for several weeks, embodies the level of Emirati-Egyptian coordination to support the people of Gaza. It also comes within the framework of Arab and humanitarian solidarity to help the Palestinian people in light of the critical circumstances facing their children in the Gaza Strip.

Last night, joint teams from both countries carried out the operation using three aircraft carrying about 36 tonnes of food and medical aid. The aid was dropped in the areas of Jabalia and Beit Lahia using special boxes equipped with GPS technology to ensure that it reaches the designated locations at the appropriate times.