Two convoys carrying various Emirati humanitarian aid entered the Gaza Strip this week via the Egyptian Rafah Crossing, bringing the total number of convoys to date to 121.
The aid is part of the UAE's relief efforts under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3" and reflects the nation's unwavering commitment to supporting the Palestinian people during these challenging times.
The two convoys comprised of 20 trucks carrying over 288 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including food, medical supplies, children's nutritional supplements, clothing, shelter materials, women's health packages, and other essential supplies.
This latest shipment brings the total number of aid trucks sent to the Gaza Strip under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3" to 1,055, delivering a total of 17,312 tonnes of aid.
These contributions have been instrumental in alleviating the suffering of Gaza's most vulnerable residents and meeting their basic needs, thereby mitigating the harsh conditions they face.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) is forecasting partly cloudy to cloudy conditions at times on Saturday, with the chance of convective cloud formation and rainfall in some areas — particularly across the northern and eastern regions.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has spoken by phone with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who expressed gratitude for the UAE’s humanitarian support to communities affected by recent floods.
Some flights operating at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) were cancelled or delayed on Friday due to adverse weather conditions.
Dubai Police has deployed a number of patrols, while Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has positioned more than 2,000 staff to respond to any emergencies due to the unstable weather conditions.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages congratulating Morocco's King Mohammed VI after they won the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 in Qatar on Thursday.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) is urging private sector companies in areas most affected by the current weather to implement remote work on Friday, December 19.