The Philippines has donated essential supplies to Gaza through the Humanitarian Air Bridge, a relief initiative led by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).
Aid Package Details
The donation, turned over on February 7, 2025, at Camp Aguinaldo, included:
🧣 8,323 bonnets
🧤 3,187 pairs of gloves
🛏️ 20 blankets
OCD Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno led the handover, emphasizing the Philippines’ solidarity with those suffering from the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
“With the ongoing humanitarian needs in Gaza, it is crucial that we step up and provide aid where it is most needed,” Nepomuceno stated.
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023, Gaza has faced massive devastation, with 47,000 Palestinians killed, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Many displaced families have attempted to return home, only to find their neighborhoods in ruins with no electricity or essential supplies.