UAE to Send Aid to Gaza After Reaching Agreement with Israel

In a significant breakthrough, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid to Gaza, following a mutual understanding reached with Israel. This decision comes as the humanitarian crisis in the war-torn Palestinian territory deepens, leaving millions in need of food, medicine, and shelter.

• UAE reaches agreement with Israel to deliver aid to Gaza

• Humanitarian assistance to include food, medicine, medical equipment, and tents

• Special focus on children, women, and injured civilians

• Aid to be delivered via air corridors and ground coordination with Israeli and Egyptian authorities

• Global praise for the UAE’s role as a regional peacemaker and humanitarian supporter

The Gaza Strip has faced severe humanitarian challenges in recent months due to escalating conflict, repeated airstrikes, and strict blockades.

• Over 2.3 million people live in Gaza, many displaced multiple times

• More than half the population lacks access to clean water and electricity

• Hospitals are overwhelmed with injured civilians and limited resources

• International agencies describe the situation as "catastrophic" and worsening daily

In a rare diplomatic move, the UAE secured a coordination mechanism with Israeli authorities to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid. According to sources in Abu Dhabi:

“The UAE remains committed to the Palestinian people. Our aid is purely humanitarian and based on compassion and international obligations,” said an official from the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

This agreement will allow emergency aid convoys and cargo flights to pass through specific corridors, minimizing delays and obstructions.

• Non-perishable food items – Rice, lentils, flour, baby food, etc.

• Essential medicines – Painkillers, antibiotics, and chronic disease medication

• Tents and blankets – For displaced families living in open or makeshift areas

• Medical equipment – Oxygen cylinders, wheelchairs, surgical tools

• Hygiene kits – Sanitary pads, soap, diapers, disinfectants

This aid will be distributed in coordination with UN agencies, the Palestinian Red Crescent, and other verified NGOs working inside Gaza.

The UAE’s announcement received positive reactions globally, particularly from humanitarian organizations and Middle Eastern observers.

• UNICEF: “A much-needed breakthrough. We welcome the UAE’s leadership.”

• Red Crescent: “Timely and impactful. Coordination with Israel was crucial.”

• EU Representative for Middle East Affairs: “A hopeful step amidst a tragic situation.”

Many believe the move could open the door for broader diplomatic negotiations between regional powers amid the ongoing conflict.

Logistics of aid delivery to Gaza are complex, due to heavy security at all entry points. However, the UAE-Israel understanding includes:

Routes and Coordination:

• UAE air cargo planes to land in Egypt (El Arish Airport)

• Trucks to carry supplies from Egypt into the Rafah border crossing

• A joint monitoring team from the UAE, Egypt, and Israel to ensure transparency

• Prioritization for urgent medical supplies and infant care

This multi-phase humanitarian corridor is designed to be scalable, allowing future shipments depending on security and access conditions.

The UAE government released a formal statement saying:

“This humanitarian operation reflects the UAE’s longstanding solidarity with the Palestinian people and its commitment to upholding humanitarian principles. We are working with all stakeholders to ensure the swift and safe delivery of aid into Gaza.”

The statement also stressed that the UAE's efforts are neutral, non-political, and focused entirely on human suffering relief.

Over the last decade, the UAE has transformed into a key diplomatic and humanitarian player in the region.

• Participated in the Abraham Accords (2020) but maintained support for Palestinian rights

• Offered mediation in the Sudan, Syria, and Lebanon crises

• One of the largest donors to UNRWA and Gaza reconstruction efforts

This latest aid initiative reinforces the UAE’s image as a responsible and influential actor in times of conflict.

• Creates a rare moment of cooperation between Israel and the Arab states

• Could pave the way for broader humanitarian access agreements

• Demonstrates the UAE’s ability to balance diplomacy and aid

• Delivers lifesaving supplies to thousands of vulnerable civilians

• Reduces the pressure on overwhelmed health and relief systems in Gaza

• Sets a precedent for safe and monitored cross-border aid channels

“This move shows how countries like the UAE can use their unique diplomatic positioning for positive impact. Humanitarian corridors need trust—this is a trust-building moment.”

“The UAE's aid will make a difference on the ground. Children and mothers in Gaza desperately need food and medical support. This is not politics—it’s survival.”

As Gaza continues to suffer under the weight of conflict, acts of compassion and cooperation stand out like beacons of hope. The UAE’s decision to work with Israel and Egypt to deliver critical aid sets a new tone in regional crisis management.