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UAE pledges $100m in relief to Syria, Turkey
7 February 2023 21:03 GMT
The United Arab Emirates has announced an aid package of $100m for earthquake relief in Turkey and Syria, according to state news agency WAM.
The aid will be divided equally between Syria and Turkey, which have both suffered thousands of casualties and large-scale damage to buildings and infrastructure after 7-plus magnitude earthquakes hit the countries.
Saudi Arabia has also ordered the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre “to provide health, shelter, food, and logistical assistance” to Syria and Turkey, the official SPA news agency reported.
The centre will also launch a public donation campaign for quake victims in both countries.