UAE delivers over 195 tonnes of relief items for war-hit Gazans
- Last updated: November 24, 2025 | 11:00 ..
The 249th convoy of UAE humanitarian aid arrived in the Gaza Strip, as part of the “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’’ to support Palestinian brothers.
The convoy carried more than 195 tonnes of shelter materials and supplies.
The convoy comes as an extension of the UAE’s steadfast commitment to alleviating the suffering of Gaza’s residents and reaffirms its unwavering humanitarian dedication in the most challenging circumstances.
The convoy includes 2,250 shelter tents, transported on 15 trucks, as an urgent response to the harsh conditions faced by the people of Gaza amid recent cold waves and rainfall, which have increased the need for shelter and protection supplies.
The UAE humanitarian aid team for Gaza in Al Arish prepared the convoy at the logistics centre, where the team receives, stores, and organises aid shipments to ensure their continuous and orderly delivery to the Gaza Strip.
Fahad Saleh Al Harthi, head of the UAE humanitarian aid team for Gaza in Al Arish, confirmed that 249th convoy is part of the ongoing support delivered by the UAE under the Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 initiative.
He noted that the regular delivery of aid aims to meet the growing humanitarian needs in the sector, especially given the recent weather conditions that have worsened the situation of local families.
He explained that the teams at the logistics centre in Al Arish continue their work around the clock to ensure the smooth flow of aid through an integrated system that includes reception, storage, preparation, and shipment management.
He pointed out that maintaining the regularity of the convoys is a top priority to ensure the continued flow of humanitarian support to the people of Gaza at a time when they need every form of assistance.
This convoy is part of the ongoing efforts of the Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 launched by the UAE to support the brotherly Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip through both land and sea bridges.
Since the beginning of the crisis, the operation has provided more than 20,000 shelter tents for affected families, in addition to continuous convoys of food, medical, and various relief supplies, reflecting the UAE’s enduring humanitarian approach in supporting those in need.
Recently, the Youth Social Missions Programme, participating under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the people of Gaza, announced the completion of its second cohort.
The programme aims to prepare and empower Emirati youth for active participation in social missions around the world.
To mark the occasion, a ceremony was held in Al Arish, where Khalid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Director of the Federal Youth Authority, honoured programme participants in recognition of their effective role in supporting the UAE’s humanitarian efforts and their field participation in Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 in Al Arish.
The ceremony featured a review of key field tasks carried out by the volunteers, as well as personal testimonies about supporting humanitarian teams on the ground, helping strengthen their practical capabilities and deepen their understanding of solidarity and giving.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, Khalid Al Nuaimi visited the UAE humanitarian aid logistics centre for Gaza in Al Arish, where he inspected the mechanisms for receiving, storing and preparing aid, and the centre’s role in managing relief convoys headed to the Gaza Strip.
He also visited the UAE Floating Hospital and was briefed on the medical and surgical services it provides to Palestinian patients, praising the efforts of the medical and technical teams and supporting personnel taking part in the operation.
Al Nuaimi said the participation of Youth Social Missions Programme members in Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 embodies the UAE’s enduring commitment to standing with people in need everywhere, regardless of circumstances. He noted that humanitarian work is a core part of the UAE’s identity and of its leadership’s values, which instil in Emiratis the duty to assist the distressed and alleviate suffering without being limited by borders or crises.
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