Egyptian Red Crescent dispatches over 3,400 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza
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The Egyptian Red Crescent launched the "Zad Al-Izza" Convoy No. 223 on Monday, sending a fleet of trucks to the Gaza Strip. This convoy carried approximately 3,458 tons of humanitarian assistance, including food baskets, flour, medical supplies, relief materials, and fuel for hospitals and other vital facilities. The Egyptian Red Crescent also provided essential supplies such as clothing and tents. The organization has maintained a presence at the border since the crisis began, with the Rafah border crossing remaining open from the Egyptian side. It has delivered over one million tons of humanitarian and relief assistance with the support of more than 65,000 volunteers.
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