The refugees' only wish this Ramadan is for a ceasefire, said Mercy Relief's chairman.
SINGAPORE - When the Egyptian authorities told the three-member Mercy Relief team from Singapore that they could not enter the Palestinian refugee camps in the northern city of Al-Arish, a split-second decision was made to head towards Cairo on March 15.
The packages, which include more than 30 basic food items like salt, sugar, cooking oil and dates, will be distributed to refugees in Gaza through partner agencies in Cairo. Additionally, the team also provided hygiene kits, such as wet wipes and sanitary towels. Mr Fahmy, 50, said the refugees are caught in a few different situations. Some were in Egypt for medical treatment before the Oct 7 attack, and now find themselves unable to go back because their homes have been destroyed.
“After speaking to many of them, it’s devastating to see the despair on their faces, especially the children. They are extremely sad that this is happening, and their only wish during this holy month of Ramadan is for a ceasefire,” he added. “They see the world with an open mind and heart and don’t hold any hatred towards the world,” he said.
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