Qatar, in partnership with Jordan, UK, hosts 'Call to Action' meeting on humanitarian situation in Gaza
<p>New York: The State of Qatar, in partnership with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the United Kingdom, hosted Friday a "Call to Action" meeting on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York.</p> <p>Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Khulaifi…
New York - The State of Qatar joined forces with Jordan and the United Kingdom for a "Call to Action" meeting addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This meeting occurred during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York. Qatar's Minister of State, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Khulaifi, represented the nation at the gathering.
Dr. Al-Khulaifi stressed Qatar's dedication to easing the plight of the Palestinian people. He pointed out that this commitment has been a driving force behind Qatar's diplomatic efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and implement the 20-point plan proposed by US President Donald Trump and approved by the Security Council in Resolution 2803.
During his address, His Excellency noted that Qatar's diplomatic endeavors have been supported by significant humanitarian initiatives. These include supplying food, essential goods, and tents to approximately 436,000 individuals, as well as restarting operations at the HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani Hospital for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics.
Additionally, Qatar has contributed 30 million liters of fuel to the Gaza Strip over the past three years, and more recently, entered into an agreement with the United Nations to provide an extra 1.3 million liters to aid medical facilities and essential services.
Dr. Al-Khulaifi emphasized the critical need for swift, lasting, and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to enable organizations to perform their duties safely and safeguard health workers, medical facilities, and medical transportation. He also highlighted the urgent requirement to furnish shelter, clean water, and sanitation services as winter approaches.
The Minister of State reiterated Qatar's commitment to collaborating with partners and the Board of Peace to tackle immediate humanitarian needs and support recovery and reconstruction efforts. The ultimate objective is to attain a just and durable peace. Dr. Al-Khulaifi also expressed Qatar's gratitude for the assistance provided to the "Call to Action."
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