ABU DHABI, 17th February, 2023 (WAM) - For the past 12 days, the UAE has been providing assistance to the victims of the earthquakes in Trkiye and Syria as part of the 'Gallant Knight/2' operation.

To date, 97 cargo planes have been sent to both countries, with 58 flights carrying 1918 tonnes of relief materials to Syria, and 39 flights carrying 706 tonnes to Turkiye. In total, 2624 tonnes of food, medical supplies, and shelter tents have been delivered.

In Turkiye, the UAE's search and rescue teams are utilising advanced search and rescue devices and equipment to rescue those who are trapped under the rubble. Their efforts continue as they work to help those in need.