Amman: Jordan has expressed its readiness to dispatch relief aid to the Gaza Strip, but Israeli restrictions are hindering its access, according to Minister of Government Communication and Government Spokesperson, Mohmmad Momani. He emphasized that Jordan is prepared to send urgent relief aid, with about 100 trucks waiting for approval to enter Gaza.
According to Jordan News Agency, Momani stated in an interview with the Jordan Times Newspaper that since the onset of the conflict, Jordan has been at the forefront of providing humanitarian aid to Gaza through various channels, including airdrops, land convoys, and airlifts. He highlighted the Kingdom's continuous efforts to support the Palestinians, ensuring their resilience on their land, while countering any narratives suggesting forced migration.
Addressing concerns about the return of ill Gazan children who received treatment in Jordan, Momani clarified that every patient who returned to Gaza had completed their treatment. He dismissed viral social media videos suggesting otherwise, affirming that the patients received comprehensive care at top facilities in Jordan, such as the King Hussein Cancer Center.
Momani also acknowledged issues faced by returning families, whose belongings were reportedly confiscated by Israeli authorities at the Kerem Abu Salem border. Despite these challenges, he reiterated Jordan's commitment to hosting more Gazan children for treatment, though Israeli restrictions continue to pose obstacles.
Since March 4, Jordan has conducted three evacuation operations in collaboration with the World Health Organization, transferring 114 individuals, including 39 patients and 75 family members, from Gaza to Jordan. These operations highlight Jordan's ongoing dedication to providing medical assistance amid Gaza's collapsing health sector.
Momani concluded by mentioning the establishment of two Jordanian military field hospitals in Gaza. The first, founded in 2009 in the northern Gaza Strip, continues to operate alongside a newly opened facility in Khan Yunis in the south, which began operations in November 2023 amid the escalating conflict.