The UAE has dispatched a search and rescue team from the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command to help those affected by the severe earthquake in eastern Afghanistan.
This mission follows orders from Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.
The UAE has also sent urgent humanitarian aid, including crucial relief supplies like food, medical items, and shelter tents, to support the affected individuals, the injured, and the wounded, easing the earthquake’s impact on Afghan families.
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A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan late on August 31, in a mountainous area near the Pakistan border, striking the Jalalabad region around midnight local time.
According to a spokesperson for the Taliban-led government, the death toll has risen to over 800, with 2,800 injured. The number could increase further, as many remain trapped under debris.
Earlier, the UAE showed its solidarity with Afghanistan regarding the tragic earthquake on Monday.
In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs offered sincere condolences and deep sympathy to the victims’ families and the Afghan people, wishing for a quick recovery of the injured.
This urgent humanitarian aid is part of the UAE’s immediate disaster response efforts, showcasing its global responsibilities and humanitarian mission, emphasizing its commitment to aiding those in need worldwide swiftly.
The UAE maintains its enduring humanitarian stance and international role by supporting those affected by such crises, reflecting noble humanitarian values and principles that promote global cooperation and unity. Through rapid support and efforts to alleviate suffering, the UAE leads in responding quickly to disasters and crises.
