UAE sends fifth aid plane to earthquake-hit Afghanistan

Monday, 10 November 2025 17:24

By ARN News Staff

The UAE is continuing its relief efforts in northern Afghanistan following the recent earthquake.

So far, five aircraft have been dispatched, delivering over 5,400 food baskets weighing a total of 135 tonnes.

The latest shipment arrived within the past 24 hours, carrying essential supplies to help ease the suffering caused by the disaster.

These efforts reflect the UAE’s strong commitment to global humanitarian support and its solidarity with communities in crisis.

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