Doha: Qatari newspapers in their Friday editorials highlighted Qatar's launch of a humanitarian land bridge to deliver urgent aid and ease the suffering of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, following the directives of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
According to Qatar News Agency, this initiative follows the signing of the Gaza ceasefire document during the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit and extends Qatar's ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people. The papers affirmed that the initiative reflects Qatar's firm commitment to the Palestinian cause, enhancing the resilience of the Palestinian people amid humanitarian challenges, and contributing to reconstruction efforts aimed at building a stable future.
Under the headline "A Bridge of Hope to Support the Palestinian People," Al-Sharq emphasized that the Palestinian cause and its developments have always been a top priority for HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani. The paper stated that the Palestinian issue remains at the forefront of His Highness's priorities, featuring prominently in regional and international addresses and communications with world leaders. It added that Qatar continues to play an active role in mediation efforts to advance peace initiatives, irrespective of challenges.
Al-Sharq further noted that His Highness's foremost concern has been to alleviate the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, caused by Israeli aggression, the blockade, and the prevention of aid, including a campaign of starvation imposed on the Palestinian people. The paper concluded that Qatar's humanitarian aid bridge is a humanitarian duty, bringing hope and relief to the people of Gaza.
Under the headline "Steadfast Support for the Palestinian People," Al-Watan highlighted the efforts of the Qatari Committee for the Reconstruction of Gaza, which has been working alongside Gaza's municipalities to reopen main roads, remove debris, and facilitate the movement of residents to ensure aid delivery. The paper also pointed to Qatar's inauguration of a humanitarian land bridge to address urgent needs in Gaza.
Al-Watan explained that these efforts are part of Qatar's unwavering commitment to supporting the Palestinian people amid difficult humanitarian conditions. It concluded that Qatar's humanitarian support for Palestine is driven by its dedication to meeting the needs of its brothers, especially during the years of blockade imposed on Gaza since 2006 and the subsequent wars. The paper added that Qatar's assistance has been translated into numerous health, education, and relief projects that have improved the lives of thousands of Palestinians.