SALFIT: The Israeli occupation forces this evening seized an electrical auto rickshaw, known as Tuk Tuk, in the town of Deir Ballout, west of Salfit, said eyewitnesses.
Eyewitnesses told WAFA that Israeli forces stormed an area in the said town and seized a Tuk Tuk belonging to a local Palestinian farmer. The farmer used the rickshaw as a means of transportation and for agricultural purposes.
Source: Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA
President of the Spanish Government Pedro Sanchez called on the Israeli government to clarify the circumstances of the brutal attack that killed seven aid workers of the humanitarian organization World Central Kitchen (WCK), who were victims of tonight’s bombing in the Gaza Strip and died while doing what the NGO has been dedicated to for years: feeding people in the midst of so much destruction.
In a press conference held Tuesday at a school of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in Jordan, Sanchez added, “The aim of this trip is to get to know first-hand the perspectives of some of the key actors in the search for a solution to this war and to convey Spain’s commitment and determination to work with our partners to achieve a future of peace, justice, and prosperity in the region.”
He said, “I just visited the refugee camp, one of the camps that was initially established more than 70 years ago, specifically in 1952. This is the only truth, more than se
ven decades after its establishment. The nature of this conflict and its drama does not affect only one generation, but different generations, as there are hardly any precedents for something like this in history.”
He noted that the camp was initially intended to accommodate 8,000 refugees, and has expanded over the decades to more than 30,000 people.
“I had the opportunity to see the wonderful facilities of the UNRWA Girls’ School, as well as participating in a conversation and exchange different views on many topics with some representatives of the UNRWA Student Parliament in a conversation that was very useful for me,” Sanchez said.
He expressed the appreciation of the Spanish government and the entire Spanish society for the work done by the United Nations, and in particular UNRWA, in Jordan and in the entire region, emphasizing Spain’s support for UNRWA’s work.
Source: Jordan News Agency
Khasawneh also emphasized the historic role played by His Majesty King Abdullah II as the custodian of the Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, in all honesty, responsibility, honor and competence.
“We feel this pain as Jordanian blood has been mixed with the blood of our Palestinian brothers on Palestinian soil in various locations and positions,” the prime minister said. “Under the leadership of His Majesty the King, Jordanian support for our Palestinian brothers in Gaza and in all of Palestine has been steadfast and firm since the inception of the Palestinian cause. He stressed that Jordan will continue to provide aid and support to our Palestinian brothers in order to restore their inherent rights, and to fulfill our leading roles in defending our just causes, first and foremost is the Palestinian cause.
The Prime Minister added that in order for us to continue to play these leading roles towards our just causes, Jordan must be strong, invincible and sovereign, as it always has been and always
will be. In this regard, he stressed that “there is a constant bet on the awareness of the sons and daughters of Jordan and their high national spirit not to deviate the compass from solidarity and support for our just causes to impose considerations that are not related to supporting all Palestinians, but rather to factional and partisan agendas and currents that do not serve the Palestinian cause.” He emphasized that “what governs us in solidarity with our Palestinian brothers and their just cause is the interest of all Palestinians, the Palestinian people and the Palestinian cause, and nothing else governs us.”
Khasawneh emphasized: “Whoever does not put Jordan first in his dictionary will not prioritize Arab issues, first and foremost is the Palestinian cause, and whoever does not preserve and strengthen national unity will not put Jordan first in his dictionary.
He added: “Anyone whose concern and behavior is not that Jordan comes first cannot have an Arab or Palestinian issue, Gaza, Jerusalem or Pales
tine in his list of priorities. Moreover, anyone who does not deal with national unity as a sacred matter cannot have Jordan first in his conscience, because anyone who tampers with this deep-rooted and profound national unity in the Kingdom does not have Jordan in his heart at all, nor in his dictionary.”
He underlined that “there is no conflict between restoring the normal process of life in Jordan in order to face our challenges and stimulate our economy, and our continuous support for our Palestinian brothers and sisters and our various just causes, stressing that a strong and strong Jordan in which the process of life is normal, away from the rhetorical, hollow and harmful slogans related to stopping the process of life in the Kingdom, damaging its economy and social structure, and trying to summon factional issues and foreign agendas to the Jordanian arena, is the one that produces an atmosphere that leads to states of weakness, which will be He emphasized that it is the attempt to summon factional iss
ues and priorities and foreign agendas to the Jordanian arena that produces an atmosphere that leads to states of weakness, which, God willing, will defy all those who try to summon them to prevent us from advancing our national duty towards our just causes and our necessary and required internal renaissance to remain the most capable of supporting and helping our brothers.”
Source: Jordan News Agency
AJMAN: Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) hosted its second Strategic Partners Forum with a Ramadan Suhoor event held in Ajman to celebrate collaborative success.
The event was attended by Yousif Ahmed Al Ali, CEO, along with officials and representatives of strategic partners from diverse sectors. Members of the media were also in attendance as guests, acknowledging their critical role in bringing greater awareness of the company’s initiatives and accomplishments to the public.
The forum commenced with an inspired speech by CEO Yousif Ahmed Al Ali, who began by extending a warm welcome to the attendees and expressed profound gratitude for the strategic partners’ integral role in the company’s success, highlighting the synergy and sustained support as key contributors to EtihadWE’s achievements.
He continued by emphasising the significance of Ramadan, stating, ‘The values we celebrate during this blessed month reflect the principles we uphold in our business and partnerships throughout the year. Tonig
ht, as we share this Suhoor, we reinforce these values of unity, gratitude, and collaboration that are vital to our collective success.’
A video presentation followed, showcasing the company’s main achievements from the beginning of 2023 to the end of the first quarter of the current year. This included the inauguration of NAQA’A, a landmark high-efficiency reverse osmosis desalination plant, as well as highlights of strategic partnerships with key entities.
The forum also featured Ahmed Jehad Al Suwaidi, VP of Asset Management, and Mohamed Ghuloum Alblooshi, VP of Supply Chain, who presented detailed insights into the company’s future strategies and the transformative journey of their respective divisions. Their speeches emphasized the commitment to enhancing infrastructure, fostering digital transformation, advancing customer service, and driving innovation and operational efficiency through collaborative partnerships and governance reforms.
The forum culminated with a ceremonial appreciation by CEO Yous
if Ahmed Al Ali, recognising the representatives and associates of the leading companies, entities, and media in attendance, followed by an invitation to take part in the Suhoor meal, symbolizing the shared values and collective aspirations towards a sustainable and prosperous future.
Source: Emirates News Agency
CAIRO: The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) organised the “From the UAE via Egypt to our people in Gaza” event in Cairo. The event aimed to pack and prepare aid for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Media professionals, artists, and social media influencers from Egypt and other Arab countries attended and participated in the event.
This initiative is part of efforts by the UAE to help ease the suffering of the people in Gaza quickly and efficiently in response to the escalating humanitarian crisis. The focus is on minimising the negative impact on vulnerable groups like women, children, and the elderly.
In this regard, Rashid Mubarak Al Mansouri, ERC Secretary General, stressed that the UAE has been quick to provide relief, food, and healthcare needs to the people of the Gaza Strip since the beginning of the crisis. This is in line with the UAE’s commitment to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people as a result of the difficult and ongoing conditions they live in, and reflects the values of giving
and human solidarity that are deeply rooted in the leadership and people of the UAE towards supporting their brothers in times of crisis.
Al Mansouri praised the support of Egypt, with its institutions and people, in providing the necessary facilities and coordination required to provide relief to the Palestinian brothers in Gaza. This has facilitated the entry of Emirati aid and the UAE field hospital into the Strip.
He said that the UAE and Egypt are collaborating at official and community levels in a spirit of fraternity and solidarity to support the Palestinian people in Gaza during their difficult times. Media professionals, artists, and social media influencers at the event expressed their joy in participating and commended the UAE’s active role in aiding Palestinians and providing medical treatment. These efforts significantly help ease the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The event “From the Emirates via Egypt to our people in Gaza” demonstrates the coordination and cooperation with Egyptian in
stitutions and communities, underscoring the ERC’s belief in involving key community figures in humanitarian efforts.
The ERC remains committed to supporting and providing relief to the Palestinian people in Gaza. The consistent Emirati initiatives reflect the UAE’s historical commitment to aiding Palestinians, easing their humanitarian crisis, and upholding values of solidarity through a long history of relief and humanitarian work.
Source: Emirates News Agency