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Published on 2024-02-04 10:05:32
Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his Norwegian counterpart Espen Barth Eide recently discussed the importance of ramping up international support to facilitate the flow of humanitarian aid supplies into the Gaza Strip while addressing the obstacles hindering its delivery. The two foreign ministers held a phone call on Saturday 03/02/2024 to address the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the necessary actions to ensure the full implementation of decision no. 2720 by the United Nations Security Council.
During the call, Spokesman for the Foreign Ministry Ahmed Abu Zeid reported that the ministers emphasized the need to activate the UN mechanism for facilitating, coordinating, and monitoring access of aid supplies to Gaza. Additionally, they discussed the challenges facing UNRWA activities due to the decision of some countries to suspend funding.
Furthermore, Eide commended Egypt for its vital role in delivering humanitarian aid supplies to Gaza and its efforts in reaching a ceasefire and implementing a truce in the region. Both ministers agreed to continue consultations and coordination in the future to support efforts aimed at containing the crisis and mitigating its humanitarian impact on the Palestinian people.
The discussions between the foreign ministers highlight the ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza and rally international support to alleviate the suffering of the people in the region. The call for increased resources and streamlined access for aid supplies underscores the urgency of the situation and the need for collective action to address the crisis.
The inclusion of decision no. 2720 by the UNSC and the challenges facing UNRWA activities also underscores the complex nature of humanitarian aid delivery in the region. With some countries suspending funding for UNRWA, the need for alternative sources of support becomes even more pronounced, making international coordination and collaboration essential in addressing these challenges.
The recognition of Egypt’s role in delivering aid supplies and its efforts to facilitate a ceasefire and truce further emphasizes the regional dynamics at play in addressing the crisis in Gaza. International cooperation, particularly with key regional actors, is crucial in ensuring the effective delivery of aid and the pursuit of lasting solutions to the humanitarian challenges in the region.
In conclusion, the phone call between Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his Norwegian counterpart Espen Barth Eide highlights the ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the need for increased international support. The discussions underscore the importance of coordination, collaboration, and resource mobilization to ensure the timely and effective delivery of aid supplies and mitigate the humanitarian impact on the Palestinian people.
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