Jordan sends 62,000 tents to Gaza

AMMAN — The Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) said on Thursday that since the ceasefire was declared, Jordan has sent more than 62,000 tents to Gaza, following the delivery of the 161st relief convoy.

The JHCO noted that over 12,000 tents had been delivered prior to the truce, bringing the total number of tents sent to Gaza to over 74,000, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.  

These efforts are part of Jordan’s continuous relief operations, which are carried out under the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah, the JHCO added.

 JHCO Secretary-General Hussein Shibli highlighted that initial assessments had anticipated a need for only 30,000 tents, but updated figures revealed that over 500,000 displaced individuals urgently required shelter.

Shibli emphasised that Jordan was one of the first countries to offer comprehensive support to Gaza, providing food, medical supplies, and relief goods despite numerous logistical challenges.

He also reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to assisting its Palestinian brothers and sisters during these dire humanitarian conditions.

He added that the aid is being delivered via a land bridge in coordination with the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) to ensure direct distribution to displaced individuals who have lost their homes.

He affirmed that Jordan’s support for Gaza has never stopped and will continue, especially as the humanitarian crisis worsens. 

Shibli reiterated that under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, Jordan will remain steadfast in supporting the people of Gaza with all available resources.

He stressed that relief convoys will not stop until aid reaches every person in need, in line with Jordan’s deep-rooted humanitarian and fraternal commitment.