Jordan’s total aid to Gaza exceeds $427.7 million, says charity official

The Secretary-General of the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO), Hussein Al-Shibli, announced that Jordan has provided over USD 556 million in aid to Palestine, including Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem, with nearly USD 428 million directed to Gaza alone.

In a press briefing held Tuesday, Shibli stated that aid to Gaza before the 'Israeli' aggression stood at USD 92.7 million, while post-aggression assistance has surged to USD 335 million, bringing the total to USD 427.7 million for Gaza. The West Bank and Jerusalem received USD 128.2 million in support since the organization’s establishment.

Shibli also revealed that 116,669 Jordanians benefited from the organization’s local aid programs, with assistance valued at USD 6.1 million, including the distribution of 8 million clothing items through JHCO’s Clothes Bank.

On a wider scale, he noted that Jordan has provided more than USD 665 million in aid to 42 countries since 2022, highlighting the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian efforts globally.

- Settlers try to obstruct Gaza aid -

Shibli raised concerns over 'Israeli' settlers attempting to block the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, amid the ongoing war on the Strip.

He emphasized that, despite these challenges, “Jordan will continue providing all possible support to our people in Gaza.”

The process of delivering aid has become increasingly complex. According to Shibli, truck drivers face a 36-hour journey due to heavy restrictions and logistical delays.

He stressed that Jordan’s diplomatic channels are actively engaged to protect the aid convoys and ensure that assistance reaches those in need inside Gaza.