LONDON: The Jordanian government emphasized its commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, ensuring that relief efforts remain free from political interference.
Mohammed Momani, the minister of government communication, rejected claims suggesting that Jordan’s aid efforts were “solely political or outside the humanitarian scope.” He said Jordan aims for a ceasefire in Gaza and to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid.
Momani added that Jordan’s humanitarian airdrops across Gaza are not a replacement for ground convoys, which carry the largest quantities of aid. Jordan has carried out three airdrops of food and essentials since Sunday to assist Palestinians who are facing starvation due to the actions of the Israeli regime.
He emphasized that the aid currently being provided is inadequate to address the needs of residents of the Palestinian coastal enclave.
Jordan has sent six relief convoys recently, with the latest consisting of 60 aid trucks. Despite obstacles imposed by the Israeli government, Jordan is committed to continuing its aid delivery and stands in solidarity with the Palestinians, Momani added.
He also reaffirmed Jordan’s condemnation of the Israeli plan to annex the West Bank and Jordan Valley following the passage of a bill in the Knesset last week.
