April 7 () –
The Government of the United Kingdom announced this Saturday a new aid package for the population of Gaza that will see the deployment of a Royal Navy ship to “establish a maritime aid corridor” that will allow it to increase its humanitarian support in the region. when six months have passed since the resumption of the armed conflict between Israel and Hamas.
“The ship (…) will support the establishment of an international humanitarian maritime corridor from Cyprus to Gaza, supported by many of our partner governments and the UN, and is expected to be operational in early May,” the British Executive explained. it's a statement.
In addition to the aforementioned ship, the United Kingdom has committed a sum of 9.7 million pounds (about 11.3 million euros) to carry out deliveries and “maximize the levels of aid that reach those people who desperately need it.” .
“The situation in Gaza is dire and the prospect of famine is real. We remain committed to getting aid to those who need it so much. Together with the United States, Cyprus and other partners, we are establishing a new temporary dock off the coast of Gaza to to get aid to us as quickly and safely as possible,” said Foreign Minister David Cameron.
This announcement comes days after seven volunteers from the World Central Kitchen organization, including three Britons, died as a result of an Israeli missile attack in the Gaza Strip.
After recalling this episode, the United Kingdom has reiterated its call for “an immediate humanitarian pause that leads to a sustainable ceasefire, this being the fastest way to return the hostages to their homes safely and for more help to arrive.” .
“Meanwhile, the UK Government is doing everything it can to bring more aid to Gaza by land, air and sea,” the statement added.
Land access “remains crucial to delivering aid on the scale now required (…), but we must continue to explore all options, including sea and air, to alleviate the desperate situation of some of the most vulnerable people.” in the world,” said Cameron.
