Charities say fast-growing campaign reflects solidarity with Palestinians in crisis
KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Red Crescent Society (KRCS) says the national campaign to deliver emergency aid to Gaza is gaining momentum, drawing support from charities across the country in what officials are calling a model of institutional coordination and humanitarian solidarity. “The campaign is witnessing strong engagement from humanitarian and charitable associations in the country, which reflects unity of purpose and institutional synergy in fulfilling our humanitarian duty,” said KRCS Chairman Khaled Al-Mughamis.
Speaking to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) after meeting with officials from Najat Charity, Al-Mughamis said the organizations discussed ways to coordinate their participation in the national relief effort, especially in providing food aid to Palestinians in Gaza.
He described the initiative as a direct response to “the high directives that prioritize standing with our brothers in Gaza in light of the difficult humanitarian circumstances they face,” calling it a reflection of “Kuwait’s deep-rooted official and popular support for the Palestinian cause.”
KRCS is working with state authorities to operate an air bridge to Gaza, Al-Mughamis added. “This move reflects the State of Kuwait’s unwavering commitment to just humanitarian causes.” As part of the effort, KRCS briefed Najat Charity’s delegation on procurement and delivery logistics. Quantities will be scheduled and shipped according to a strict timetable “to ensure consistent supply and delivery,” he said.
From Najat Charity’s side, Board Chairman Faisal Al-Zamel praised the Red Crescent’s leadership in crisis response. “We are proud of the cooperation with KRCS, which has extensive experience in managing humanitarian crises and continues to make valuable contributions to relief work,” he said.
Al-Zamel noted that Kuwaiti charities enjoy strong public trust. “Donations will be accepted over three days, and once the deadline ends, we will immediately begin procurement and preparation through the Kuwait Flour Mills & Bakeries Company, in coordination with KRCS.” “The suffering of the Palestinian people cannot be ignored,” he said. “Donating is the least we can do under these dire conditions.” As of 9:30 pm Sunday, the campaign had collected KD 1,452,400 from 37,985 donors. —Agencies
