A humanitarian aid ship, carrying 2,960 tons of aid destined for Gaza, has sailed from Mersin International Port.
In collaboration between Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) and General Directorate of Foundations, this marks the 8th humanitarian aid ship, comprising 125,000 food packages for the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip loaded onto the vessel SARDES.
Speaking at the farewell ceremony held at the port, Mersin Governor Ali Hamza Pehlivan emphasized the significance of the port hosting aid ships alongside its commercial activities.
The governor stressed the contributions of not only institutions but also civil society organizations and citizens in preparing the aid, saying: “We are all aware of the oppression and suffering in Gaza. Our esteemed nation, with the highest sense of solidarity and cooperation, is showing the necessary sensitivity toward Gaza.”
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