Saudi Arabia Boosts $185M Humanitarian Aid to Palestine Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict

October 7, 2024
Saudi Arabia Boosts $185M Humanitarian Aid to Palestine Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict
  • Meanwhile, the Biden administration's military support for Israel has sparked significant debate among Americans during the presidential campaign.

  • Since the outbreak of the Gaza war on October 7, 2023, the U.S. has provided Israel with $17.9 billion in military aid, marking the highest annual amount recorded.

  • Much of this military aid has included munitions and support for missile defense systems, with $4 billion specifically allocated for Israel's missile defense.

  • Critics, including twelve former U.S. officials, argue that arms shipments to Israel contribute to the destruction in Gaza and implicate the U.S. in the humanitarian crisis.

  • The ongoing conflict has resulted in a staggering financial toll, with over 42,000 deaths reported in Gaza due to Israeli retaliatory strikes.

  • International aid to the Palestinian Authority has decreased amid concerns over corruption and ineffectiveness, a sentiment shared by many Palestinians.

  • Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has called for an immediate halt to Israeli military operations in Gaza, emphasizing the need for a two-state solution.

  • The establishment of a Palestinian state remains a contentious issue, particularly with the current Israeli government opposing this solution in light of recent violence.

  • This year, KSrelief has contributed $10 million to support Gaza's healthcare system and an additional $5 million in food baskets for displaced Palestinians.

  • Saudi Arabia has ramped up its humanitarian assistance to Palestine, donating $185 million since the conflict escalated on October 7, 2023.

  • In response to the ongoing crisis, Saudi Arabia has intensified its aid initiatives, focusing on urgent needs arising from the violence.

  • At the 79th UN General Assembly, KSrelief signed a cooperation agreement with UNRWA to enhance humanitarian efforts through training and knowledge sharing.

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