In response to the escalating conflict in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs), the UK’s Prime Minister has pledged £10 million in humanitarian aid. This funding aims to support civilians caught in the turmoil and improve their living conditions
The dire situation in Gaza, characterised by shortages of essential goods and widespread displacement due to the ongoing conflict, has spurred this humanitarian initiative.
The funding will be channeled through trusted partners, including key UN agencies based near the region, to provide vital relief items and services, such as food, water, and emergency shelter, based on the evolving needs on the ground.
Prime Minister allocates £10 million for Occupied Palestinian Territories
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, addressing the House of Commons, expressed pride in the UK’s historical role as a significant humanitarian aid provider to the Palestinian people. He declared an additional £10 million, representing a 37% increase from the existing £27 million in UK funding for the year. This financial boost signifies the UK’s dedication to alleviating the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Call for access to humanitarian organisations
In his statement, the Prime Minister condemned the actions of Hamas in both Israel and Gaza while emphasizing the necessity of granting immediate access to humanitarian organizations for delivering life-saving aid. The announcement is a proactive step to address the acute humanitarian crisis unfolding in the OPTs.
International cooperation and aid distribution for Palestine
The UK is actively exploring options to move humanitarian supplies closer to the region and collaborating with aid agencies to ensure efficient and timely distribution of relief materials. The government has also engaged in discussions with international partners, including Israel and Egypt, regarding opening the Rafah crossing to facilitate the entry of urgent humanitarian aid into Gaza.
The £10 million humanitarian aid commitment underscores the UK’s determination to support civilians in the Occupied Palestinian Territories who are suffering from the consequences of the ongoing conflict.
The UK remains committed to providing aid while standing against the actions of the terrorist group Hamas, ensuring rigorous oversight of aid funding to prevent it from reaching the group.
