DAMASCUS/KUWAIT: The second relief plane from the Kuwaiti airlift arrived at Damascus International Airport, carrying 33 tons of aid and medical supplies. The aid was organized by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health and the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, in cooperation with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Defense, and the Kuwait Air Force, as part of the “Kuwait by Your Side” campaign to support the people of Syria.

Anis Fallouh, director of Damascus International Airport, confirmed to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Monday that his country continues to provide the necessary facilities for the urgent delivery of relief aid to Syria. He emphasized Syria’s commitment to cooperation with Kuwait and other friendly nations, particularly in the areas of humanitarian and charitable work amid the current situation.

Boxes containing 33 tons of relief supplies sit in a Kuwait Air Force plane headed to Syria.

This relief plane is part of Kuwait’s ongoing humanitarian campaign, “Kuwait by Your Side.” The first flight, which took place on December 30, carried 20 tons of goods, including food, mattresses, and blankets. Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad, spokesperson for the Ministry of Health, highlighted that Kuwait’s initiative demonstrates its long-standing humanitarian leadership, especially in times of crisis.

He noted that the second shipment included essential medical supplies, such as antibiotics, antihistamines, blood pressure and diabetes medications, as well as medical devices like oxygen cylinders, blood sugar monitors, and other consumables, including bandages, IV catheters, and sterile gloves. Ambassador Hamad Al-Mashaan, Assistant Foreign Minister for Development Affairs and International Cooperation, praised Kuwait’s leadership and its role in humanitarian aid. The aid demonstrates Kuwait’s unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian efforts and alleviating the suffering of people in sisterly and friendly countries. — KUNA