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Written question asked by Lord Turnberg (Labour) on Wednesday, 27 March 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 12 April 2024. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Friday, 12 April 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Gaza: Humanitarian Aid

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that Hamas is seeking to prevent airdrops of aid provided by the UK and others.

Answer

We continue to carry out air drops, including most recently on 9 April. We are using the A400M, a highly capable tactical and strategic airlift platform, with drop zones surveyed before and during the airdrop to ensure aid is delivered safely to civilians.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3702
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Air force Humanitarian aid Gaza Hamas
Link
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